Punk Funk means to be one with yourself. To be rebellious, aggressive, able to do and say what you feel at all times, without inflicting mental or spiritual pain.

Off stage it's cool-out time. You can't funk and roll ALL the time.

When I'm about Rick James, it's all about get out there and kill 'em.

I didn't even think I would make it that long. I thought I would drug overdose, like Jimi Hendrix. I thank God every day to even be here.

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

Whether you're rich or poor, life's still cold-blooded.

She's the kind you don't take home to mother.