I liked the name Saadiq and didn't want to be known as an artist as Raphael Wiggins.

I just follow great people. If you want to play like a pro, you learn from the pros.

You know all these stadiums that U2 are playing? I've played in them. And I'm building up to it again.

Growing up in the Bay Area, I played early on with these quartet groups who set guidelines for me. I remember the guys would all have the same clothes and shoes, like these uniforms. I was in awe.

I've always loved people that's been around for a long time, like old shoes.

It's the adrenaline rush you only get from being in front of an audience. It's addictive.

If you want to be like the greats, you learn from the greats.