I don't sit back and count up what I've done. There's just always something else to do. There's always a challenge ahead.

As a civil rights activist of the past 40 years, I cannot support a show that disrespects those beliefs and practices.

When my agent told me he had a voice-over job I thought it was a Disney thing.

The rappers have gone in and created a lot of hit music based upon my influence. And theyll tell you if you ask.

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.

Self-expression is always a right, but its still not there to be abused.