I am honored and quite proud that a class is being taught on my sensationalist lyrics, unique style and fashion and leadership role within the hip-hop community.

I am blessed to have so many great things in my life - family, friends and God. All will be in my thoughts daily.

I love spending time with my dog, my niece and my family. I'm very family-oriented.

I know I always say my occupation is not dancing, but dancing is in my heart, dancing makes me feel good.

My fan mail is what keeps me going.

All my life, men have told me I wasn't pretty enough - even the men I was dating. And I'd be like, 'Well, why are you with me, then?' It's always been men putting me down just like my dad. To this day when someone says I'm cute, I can't see it. I don't see it no matter what anybody says.

Lil' Kim is my stage name and a character I use when I'm out working my livelihood.