Sometimes you got to start somewhere. And it's cool, as long as where you start is not where you plan on finishing.

My wife keeps me sharp. You know, she ain't going to let me get comfortable with this "Ice Cube" stuff.

Well, for the transition from rapper to actor, I was fortunate that director John Singleton pursued me for about two years to be in Boyz 'N the Hood. I really wasn't even thinking about acting at the time, since I was singularly focused on being the best rapper in the world. So, that was really a blessing, because I wasn't really taking him seriously.

You want the industry to finally admit that you're good. But I'm still good without their admission.

I don't think people should try to force their will on their family.

You learn that Hollywood has its own rules, sometimes. And it's tricky, and sometimes you can't see what's coming around the corner.

There's nothing wrong with starting off in a box, but you got to have a plan to come out that box.