As blacks, all we got is sports and entertainment. That's the only way out the hood sometimes.

If I only had 24 hours to live, I'd most likely spend it letting people know I loved them, and trying to make things right with whoever things were wrong with. One thing about life, man, once you're gone, the only true impact you have is on the lives you affected positively, no matter how many hit songs or movies you had.

I think clothes are very much a representation of your attitude and the way you feel. I really love to be dressed down, though.

A lot of people are wanting him [Barack Obama] to be the president just because he's black. But I think he does have some good views.

Style is a display of character. It's also a great way to express yourself and the ladies like it.

Petersburg, growing up at home, all by my family and friends, Petersburg really, city-raised me, you know everybody there.

I believe I am happy. I don't think I have achieved happiness in all areas of my life yet. As far as success is concerned, my family is being taken care of. But I think the last level of happiness would be becoming a father.