I would say if you are familiar with our history and the history of our art and literature that you see a clear cut pattern of people wanting to contribute, not only artistically, but in some practical purpose, for the benefits of the community.

I work hard at it [delivery of lyrics], just like I worked hard at getting my masters degree. It's not just something I sit down and do. You have to learn and keep learning.

Angel dust won't go away. Somefolks who were smoking it were going away.

Man is a complex being: he makes deserts bloom - and lakes die.

Our accomplishments show what kind of people we are.

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.

Womenfolk raised me and I was full-grown before I knew I came from a broken home