I wouldn't call myself a coward, no way. But being buried alive is something I could never handle. The only way you'd see me being buried alive is if I was dead, man.

I never hated my father. I would have named my child Usher regardless. I never hated myself because I carried his name, because I made it mean what I wanted it to mean.

It isn't hard to be in a relationship because I've always loved to be in a relationship, and I love to be in love.

I was very fortunate to be able to represent an icon to many African Americans.

I tried football and got my ass beat. I tried baseball, and the ball knocked out one of my teeth.

I learned how music works dealing with Jermaine Dupri, and I learned how image works dealing with Puff Daddy.

I have this bodyguard so if I get tired of signing Autographs I ask him to step in. It's hard because people get angry at you, but I've got a life to live too.