RIP George Michael. I can't believe it. Such an incredible singer and a lovely human being, far too young to leave us.

I think art should be controversial. I think it should make people think.

Being poor in Africa is something people in America can't relate to. Part of the challenge is bringing that reality to people and moving them. You have to arouse compassion.

We're very privileged as Americans - it's easy to forget about the rest of the world and to think that your problems are the most important problems. Even poor people in America live better than poor people most everywhere else.

I refuse to live a conventional life.

I've had so many challenges throughout my career, however successful people perceive me to be.

They're only words, unless they're true.