I thought people cared about music in a deep way, so I was writing to that spirit in people and in myself. It was me, thinking I knew what was up. Youth, who else can change the world?

I was playing violin for a long time, about 6 years. It takes a while. You need very patient people in your house when you have a violin.

I love both my parents dearly.

Sometimes I wonder if I got lulled into not wanting things because I grew up black in this country.

James Brown is the reason I play guitar.

I thought people cared about music in a deep way, so I was writing to that spirit in people and in myself. It was me, thinking I knew what was up. Youth, who else can change the world?

I really live a simple life and don't need very much to feel good and happy. Don't get me wrong; I believe you should get what you earn. Sometimes you have to fight for it.