The way you get to know yourself is by the expressions on other people's faces, because that's the only thing that you can see, unless you carry a mirror about.

The truth is that in this country you here you're more likely to be harassed, hurt, or killed if you're a minister speaking about progress for Black people than if you are a sure enough revolutionary.

I am honestly not sure how capable I am of love. And I'm not sure why.

Oftentimes, the way it seems to be is that our artists in particular point themselves out as spokesmen for a certain constituency in a community, and thereby place themselves in that vulnerable position.

The revolution will not be televised.

I tour more than I need to, more than is good for you. But it's my favorite part of music. I much prefer it to studio work.

Our accomplishments show what kind of people we are.