I was a very poor young black boy in New Orleans, just a face without a name, swimming in a sea of poverty trying to survive.

Children love their mothers. Especially with a boy child and his mother, there's a bond that's unbreakable.

When it all comes down to it, life isn't about how much we get - it's about how much we share.

It's a clear day Sonny, L A N D.

What excites me? Had you asked me that question a few years ago, the answer would’ve rolled right off my tongue. Today, I think it's moving and uplifting my audience. Having them get it and go with it. That excites me.

Ever since I've been blessed with success, I've struggled a little with anonymity and even family. I've had people calling asking for money, and I have to ask them first, 'Are you working? Have you been trying to help yourself?' Then I feel like I can help.

I was a very poor young black boy in New Orleans, just a face without a name, swimming in a sea of poverty trying to survive.