You don't have to aim to be the best of everything, thinking that one day you're going to be the top of the world; I don't think it exists.

I like pastels and lighter shades on darker skins. I feel like it lifts everything and accentuates being chocolate.

London audiences have this reputation for being a bit too cool for school.

Lizz Wright is my favourite singer. Her voice moves me and takes me to another place. She also grows her own food and that inspires me.

Who made you the center of the universe?

I always said when I was younger, I wanted to write film music, and I think that's what my ultimate dream is.

I love church buildings, particularly cathedrals, and I like living in spaces that remind me of music or evoke that creative energy.