Every one of my father's songs is a lesson.

I record all night and sleep all day.

I grew up in uptown Jamaica; I went to a rich school. I was raised by my mother and my stepfather; they made sure education came before anything. I had a good childhood, grew up spending time with my bigger brothers and sisters. My people are good people. I was exposed to a lot of different kinds of people and culture.

We take for granted electricity, water, even concerts. Count your blessings.

Your body's just a vehicle, transporting the soul. It's what's inside of people, is beauty to behold.

Music is not like sports, where you can go and do a hundred reps in a gym and come out and be all buffed up.

My father has been a voice of encouragement in times of desperation for so many people. But he died when I was so young that, for me, his music has been a way for me to get to know him better.