I want you to see that I'm looking. Look at me look at you. I'm cool with that.

New York is traditional New York, you know what I'm saying? It's the stomping ground of the hustlers and go-getters

I feel like I introduce another level of my creative ability on every album.

Why you got your ass on your shoulders?

I wanted to make something that reminded people of the way albums used to feel. I wanted something as good as the stuff put out by the Bomb Squad, or Dr. Dre and his production crew, or 'A Tribe Called Quest.' I miss albums like those.

For me the best thing about winning an award is when the people cheer for your win. When you can see that the people are really happy that you are winning something, that's the most reward thing in the world.

I started growing my hair in December '89. I was seventeen. I signed my record deal and said I ain't combing my hair no more. I don't have too.