I want people to be moved, to feel called to action. That's what I want to do.

Things were a lot simpler in Detroit. I didn't care about anything but boyfriends.

We live in a very scary time. Or should I say we don't live at all.

When I'm hungry, I eat. When I'm thirsty, I drink. When I feel like saying something, I say it.

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

I feel just as hungry today as I did the day I left home.

I think you can be defiant and rebellious and still be strong and positive.