I planned my success. I knew it was going to happen.

I thought it was cool how [ Riccardo Tisci] wanted to blend Africa and Asia because they relate to each other in so many different ways.

People who say that music is dead or hip-hop is dead are refusing to evolve.

What a frequency What a voice. I love Bilal. I couldn't imagine a music world without his voice.

Im a hip-hopper, and its something you live and do. It makes me angry that were misrepresented, that were being killed every day by one another, by the government, by the food we eat, the choices we make. It makes me angry because it doesnt have to be that way and it is.

I've had two children. I've had three boyfriends. I've had a lot of things happen that can change your opinions and values and philosophies.

My favorite jewelry, it's just what I'm feeling at the time.