There are so many artists who get to my age that get comfortable and just stick in a groove, and I really don't want to do that.

My own personal theory is that all popular music, in whatever form it is, to me, it all comes from Africa. Whether it's filtered through America or whatever - African-American. But I still think there's something in that roots music that's very, very African, and I think that's what unites people.

I look for that stimulation constantly. I'm looking for inspiration and stimulation. Not bored with what we've done.

The Beatles changed the world. They certainly changed my world, and many, many other individuals as well.

There's such a wealth of great music, clothes or whatever. There is so much great stuff out there, that why would you not still be interested if you've grown up in that kind of culture?

I only put an album out every two or three years.

I play out my role, I've even been out walking -They tell me that it helps, but I know when I'm beaten.