I definitely see myself making classic R&B records with somewhat of a trendy vibe to it. I definitely wouldn't say trap.

I think the real bargains are what they would call the smaller, ignored and unloved companies.

I think when I say universal, it means making a project that everybody can enjoy but also a project where they're getting closer to you.

I've lived this lifestyle as an artist and sometimes we get caught up in the fun, women and partying. But when you really sit back and think about it, it's not what fulfills you deep down inside and there's much more to experience in life than just that.

I grew up in Baltimore which is a one of the biggest drug cities. I've seen a lot of drugs... so it was always around me, but I never really indulged in those type of activities. I never used drugs in my life and I was blessed enough with the wisdom and the strength to move forward.

Sometimes we don't appreciate what we have until it's gone.

What doesn't kill you makes you smaller