I want to help change the way young people look at school, and hence, the way they look at their futures.

I'm on the pursuit of awesomeness, excellence is the bare minimum.

I really liked the sound of some projects that Jon Brion had worked on. I was always considered this crazy hothead kid, but I would always just go and just really break bread with someone who I respected. I will completely bow to anybody I respect.

I could never be in a situation with a job where I was not allowed to listen to music all day. I would rather work at a fast food restaurant where I could turn on the radio all day rather than be in a situation where I have to sneak and listen to music.

People need to understand that hip-hop that has gun talk is just for entertainment; similar to if you were watching a movie. Film schools don't have anything against movies with violence.

There's a lack of creativity in every field because people are afraid. As an artist in this world we can do whatever we want

I completely lost everything, but I gained everything because I lost the fear.