When I first came out, like a lot of the artists at that time, I had a very polished, very overproduced sound.

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.

Sometimes it takes some time out on your own to find your way back home.

I know peace exists. And we are always changing. It's scary.

And I'm also looking for a comeback record and it has to touch a lot of people.

I don't always win at this, but I know I do better when I meditate.

Be kind. It's very needed to be respectful to all.