Trying to grow up is hurting. You make mistakes. You try to learn from them, and when you don't, it hurts even more.

I donate heavily to the church and various churches in the Detroit community and food banks.

I like Beyonce's music - some of it, not all of it.

Being a singer is a natural gift. It means I'm using to the highest degree possible the gift that god gave me to use. I'm happy with that.

Parents have to really talk to their children before they leave home.

You're a no good heartbreaker, you're a liar, and you're a cheat. I don't know why I let you do these things to me.

I love to sing. It's just a natural thing for me.