You hear people sing songs about when they really can't stand anyone anymore or you hear people sing songs about when they really love someone and they really love them.

The only thing constant in the world is change, that's why today I take life as it comes.

In the quest for fortune and fame...don't forget about the simple things.

I like when a teenager comes and talks to me on the street. I've been through a lot and I have a lot to share.

In a world of smoke and ashes, you are milk and honey

God is infinitely creative, and everyone's different, and everyone has a different path, a different lesson, a different song, a different face, a different voice.

I managed because of my mother. I managed because I'm strong. I managed the same way every other abuse survivor survives, you just do. So many people have been abused, it's not rare, it's a very common human experience, and we survive. Also, my music plays a big role in my thriving. Having an outlet, it really makes a difference.