I had a rat-tail when I was younger. I had this nice Bobby Brown fade, with a rat-tail that was long enough to wrap around my face. I used to chew on the end and bite it.

I pay attention to lyrics and I know what rap fans care about. I try to write for the average listener and I'm conscious of the mainstream without selling out.

My goal is to have that be a haven for families.

Keep grindin' boy, your life can change in one year, And even when it's dark out, the sun is shining somewhere

I want to be like Bruce Springsteen or something, making songs that are relevant.

It's no coincidence that all the greatest rappers - whoever you put in your top five - I guarantee you they a great storyteller.

If I was to go to sleep before midnight, I would feel weird about myself, like I wasted a day. My most productive hours are between midnight and five.