People in my neighborhood inspired me to sing. Believe in your ability no matter what, but be realistic with yourself and your ability.
I do consider myself part of black history.
You demand respect and you'll get it. First of all, you give respect.
I've learned so much from all my mistakes. I just wish I had gotten my education.
By the time I was a teenager, when I went outside the house, it was about hip-hop all the time. Nothing but hip-hop, block parties.
I don't know what kind of God the rest of y'all are serving, but the God I serve says, 'Mary, you need to be the hottest thing this year, and I'm gonna make sure you're doing that.'