If you enjoy the fragrance of a rose, you must accept the thorns which it bears.

At the end of the day, we are responsible for our own lives. If anything happens to us, don't blame somebody else. Backtrack and look at what you did to contribute to that. You also contribute to your successes. Once you learn that, you're on your way.

I influence people, hopefully on the positive side.

There is a place in this world for satire, but there is a time when satire ends and intolerance and bigotry toward religious beliefs... begins.

I love soul. But I love a tune that has some meat in it. Something I could hang my hat on. Because music is universal.

Don't slip into the traps, and don't forget about your 'hood, the kids in the 'hood. Remember, you're disposable, so take advantage while you can.

I always keep my head down, working, doing things, moving forward. That's what I've done all my life. Then you stop and realize what you've done.