We blasted holes in the night until she bled sunshine

I've always loved music and I love the language, which is a huge reason why I'm part of theater.

With guys I revere, like Marcus Garvey or Malcolm X, their look is less about style than purpose and the expression of beauty. It wasn't just about being noticed, you know?

That's what I've been trying to strive for - to draw a clear picture, to open up a new dimension.

I don't care about what brand you are, I'm concerned what type of man you are, what your principles and standards are.

I don't hate nobody. I hate certain conditions that are inflicted upon the people - and they're helpless with it.

I think hip-hop is actually one of the most challenging things that's happened in music in a long time. The people who are in charge of what people see or hear are afraid. What you hear on top 40 or what you see on BET or MTV is not a fair representation of what is really going on...