In the studio you can really concentrate on performing the song where as on stage you also have to worry about connecting with so many people, they're definitely different.

The important thing is to realize that no matter what people's opinions may be, they're only just that - people's opinions. You have to believe in your heart what you know to be true about yourself. And let that be that.

Really, every woman is an example to me, because as women we go through so much pain. We have to live this perfect life when we are messed up inside. We all go through trials and tribulations.

I wish I had an extra day with my mom sometimes. Or another hour in the day with my family, husband and children.

Working in the studio is a more personal experience whereas on stage in front of a billion people, its more exciting performing live.

The only person that I'm really feeling - because she has an identity of her own, even though she has listened to Mary J. Blige - is Jill Scott.

I'm from the element of the streets that says that once you've made it, it's yours. But keep it to yourself.