You know, I'm no different from a fireman. You got to run into a fire no matter how big the blaze is.

I know my past is not what my future holds.

Once I started singing, I didn't have to try to be cool. I was just one of the coolest guys around.

I look at my music in the beginning, and the sexual songs, the partying songs, those are the realities because those things happen.

Well, I believe that the depth of your struggle can determine the height of your success. I was inspired to come out of everything I've been through and end up in a place where I never thought that I would be.

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

I've really been writing a lot of country songs. I used to get criticized for doing a 'Bump Grind,' then turning around and doing a gospel song. But the truth is I'm glad I have a gift that allows me to switch lanes.