Sometimes, I ask myself how any other singer could substitute the inspiration of god in their songs

My hope is that every country in Latin America will make a significant commitment to supporting early childhood development programs.

The music teacher thought I sang like a goat. It was kind of devastating. A few months after that, I participated in a music contest and won. I took my little trophy to school and rubbed it in his nose. I said to him, "What do you say now?"

It's incredibly liberating to spend an hour talking to someone and not caring about what you sound like. It's about understanding myself. Sometimes I'll speak to my therapist for an hour a day. It's become part of my routine.

I know what it's like to feel that fear and the need of affirmation and appreciation. To build confidence in yourself is the toughest thing.

I think my dad is the only Arabic descendent who is an unsuccessful businessman.

Music has given a voice to many generations, and I think we, as artists, can be a part of creating a better world.