The colors black and white are my uniform, to honor the working class. People like my parents, who were janitors and had to wear a uniform every day. It keeps me grounded.
Janelle MonaeEmbrace what makes you unique, even if it makes others uncomfortable. i didn't have to become perfect because I've learned throughout my journey that perfection is the enemy of greatness.
Janelle MonaeI don’t even know at what age I started, because it’s always been there. Performing … creating … it’s in my DNA.
Janelle MonaeI will not be a slave to my image, nor will I be a slave to anyone else's interpretations of me.
Janelle MonaeNo matter if you wear a small amount of makeup, no makeup, or heavy makeup, as long as you feel beautiful internally and you're doing beautiful things for other people, and not just focusing on the exterior to make yourself happy, I think you should do what works for you. You should rock on.
Janelle Monae