I grew up in Oakland and Berkeley, California.

There's a crazy energy in Toronto. I think some of that may be from being a border from where I'm from and being so close.

I always think I'm going to record a lot on tour but it's always hard to fit it in the schedule, and there's a whole lotta' other extra curricular activities that happen on the road.

I am involved in every step of the process [musicmaking]. Whether it is the production or the mixing or the visuals and music videos. I'm involved in every step of the way as far as the creative, directing and merchandise . Just making sure everything that falls in line with my brand is portrayed a certain type of way. It all about quality control and attention to detail, and making sure anything you put your name on is on point.

I was 14 years old when I started rapping and I was terrible. I fell in love with it though and when that happens with me I become super passionate and go all the way with it.

I suppose sometimes the lack of privacy can be a little hard to deal with at times.

Success is just being able to do what I love for a living, spend all my time doing it, connect with fans, and continue that for a long f - king time.