When I was in high school, I read all of Neil Simon's plays.

When I was growing up, I always knew that if I ever got anything, I was going to give back as much as I can. I learned that all you have to be willing to do is give your time.

I just wanted to go out and make a record that Ive always wanted to make since I was a kid.

My family lives a pretty normal life.

I am honored that they would include me in the Cabinet as a member and contributor.

I'm a kid who grew up in an all African-American neighborhood and got into schools and aspired to just be me, and didn't worry about labels or anything. Just wanted to be a success at what I did.

Ray Charles has always been a big part of my life.