You are the world's greatest, when you say you are.

My mother always told me if you write about life, you will always be in the game. Just don't write songs write life. I decided to take her up on that.

I am very conscious of who I am as an artist and as an inspirational person.

When I think of musical geniuses, I think of Stevie Wonder, Marvin Gaye, Michael Jackson and Prince. That's who comes to mind.

The depth of your struggle determines the height of your success.

I wouldn't be able to do the songs as long as I've been doing if I didn't feel the pulse of the world. But I can feel people and I know what they want. I feel like I know how they are, because I am the people. And I just have a gift.

I just want to touch your soul, let me pour into you. Fill you with my joy, and make you feel brand new.