I decided to start my own label because so many people with talent come to me wanting to know how they can get in the music business.

My responsibility to God is to live. That's the gift he gave me. What I do with it is up to me.

Life is full of trials and tribulations. It's dramatic when you don't treat people right when you're in the tribulations, but I know now how to get out of it. You have to make a decision to say 'No more', and then you know what to do when the trials happen.

People in my neighborhood inspired me to sing. Believe in your ability no matter what, but be realistic with yourself and your ability.

We are all spirits. We get depressed. But music makes you want to live. I know my music has saved my life.

When life is real, it's not going to be smooth.

One day I realized that I wasn't getting anywhere by blaming other people for my circumstances. I finally understood: Even if you feel someone has wronged you or owes you something, no one is going to give you anything for free.