At the current pace of change, we won't have universal access to education in 100 years, let alone five, and that is unacceptable.

I think this generation can play a very important role. If we act now, this could be the first generation to witness universal education.

I consider myself a survivor more than anything else.

In this life, to earn your place you have to fight for it.

Walking gets too boring, when you learn how to fly.

We can work together across countries and cultures like never before through the Internet and social media. Everyone can make a difference, whether it is by building a school, sponsoring a child's education, volunteering at their local school, or working to hold leaders accountable for their promises.

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