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

I used to buy records in high school. Mainly dancehall: Super Cat, Buju Banton.

I'm a fan of hip hop music, so I always used a hip hop element in my music anyway.

Vexation of spirit is a waste of time Negative thinking, don't you waste your thoughts Verbal conflict is a waste of word Physical conflict is a waste of flesh People will always be who they want And that's what really makes the world go round Unconditional love is scarce.

Music is an expression of what's inside of you. And that's how I make music.

I like singing all songs, really, but I find that writing social commentary comes naturally.

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.