I mean, there are only so many notes. What makes something original is how you put it together.

If I were white, I'd get less criticism.

I think kids in Europe have developed a deeper knowledge of music and of black music in particular. You go to Europe, and these kids know about all this obscure funk and soul that kids over here wouldn't know. I think it's getting better in the States, though, with the age of the Internet.

Today, people are more into the glitz and the glamour of everything. We don't even read the inside of records anymore.

Love , creativity, and opportunity is in the air. Take it in and do your thing.

I just live my life and try to be present. When I'm present in the moment and something comes, I can capture it, because it doesn't come from me, it's out there.

For me a watch is a really beautiful instrument. I don't so much care what time it is but I do love watches, and I love how they're constructed.