We as people have a purpose here to contribute to the Earth, to contribute to people's goodness and good life.

I want a better world, I want love and harmony amongst people no matter what color you are, what race or what background you come from or sexual orientation.

I tend to look at the good things about what's going on in life, and I do that the best I can. At the end of the day - I have felt outside at times - but always man, I keep my eyes on the prize and know that I can get inside if I choose.

One thing I always loved about hip-hop music was the raw, boom-bap element - it felt powerful and manly.

I'm a black man that is proud to be black, and I want to help the black community, but I love all mankind.

Yeah, we try to get the best musicians possible, and Justin [Robinson] is a great musician, man, a great player. You must have been surprised to see him out there, then.

The possibility of an Oscar is something I definitely think about and the fact that I can even say that is just a blessing. It's something I would be incredibly honored to be a part of.