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

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.

Politicians need to stop the violence because it has become a way of life in Jamaica. It's the thing to do - be violent in Jamaica.

The average man can't prove most of the things that he chooses to speak of, and still won't research and find out the root of the truth that you seek of

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.

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

Everything I've experienced, things that my friends have experienced and we talk about, things that are on the news - all aspects of life are in my message.