I think some of the most beneficial things being an artist has brought to me in film is just you're not afraid to do things. You're used to being in front of people. That's not the problem. The biggest thing is just getting into the character and really delivering.

I've always been asked, "What type of character would you love to play?," and I've always said a pastor.

DJ Jazzy Jeff is the best DJ you can have at a party. Did you see his playlist? He has good taste.

When I see people of my likeness, or who are somebody that I feel connected to, doing something great, I fee like I can do it. It gives me some hope and vision.

I am the unarmed black kid who maybe needed a hand, but instead was given a bullet.

Man, I feel like hip-hop is - first of all, not even only with just GOOD Music, I gotta say - I think hip-hop is still alive in a strong way, man. I feel really enthused about hip-hop.

I sit and think with a drink about how I'm gonna win.