I think they were scared of me because I was different.

For me, it's all about being in a tiny room with little windows. It's almost like you have to be in a prison.

People hear the soul, black influence in my voice. I grew up listening to CKLW and all the black stations like WLBS.

I hate polite conversation. I hate it when people stand around and go, "Hi, how are you?" I hate words that don't have any reason or meaning. Also I hate it when people smoke in elevators and closed in places. It's just so rude.

Express yourself, don't repress yourself.

I'm ambitious. But if I weren't as talented as I am ambitious, I would be a gross monstrosity.

I chose to start my world tour in Israel for a very specific and important reason. As you know, the Middle East and all the conflicts that occur here and that have been occurring for thousands of years... They have to stop... You can't be a fan of mine and not want peace in the world.