If I told you Jesus Christ was black you're going to be afraid of me because I'm telling you the truth. That's where I always come from.

I think rap definitely has its place in the art world. I think it is an art form. But, just like any art form, you can misuse it.

If anything I consider myself non-violent. I'm from the hippy era, peace, love, groovy.

I'm finally locked into the now, and it's great.

I wanted to play the Apollo Theater because I didn't think I was going to be on the earth long.

I'm good. Or maybe people just like me.

I'm not part of the Hollywood scene. I don't run around with 30 women. I have a very calm household. I'm surrounded by my grandkids and wonderful friends, and I consider myself very lucky.