I just try to get out of my own way because if anyone is their own worst enemy, it's usually you.
I'm not looking to go out there and make a rhythmic Timbaland track.
My son always makes me feel vulnerable.
Be kind. It's very needed to be respectful to all.
Did people think I sounded black? Totally, but that was a marketing tool as well, but also this is how I grew up and these are my influences.
But once you strip that down, you realize it's all about a voice, like a Norah Jones - that's inspiring to me.