I felt it was necessary. I never ever paid attention to any election. Not really [into] politics or anything like that. It never benefited us. This time around, it's not a black-or-white thing — you got somebody in there for us that's well-spoken and gonna handle their business. I just wanted to do my part and let them know we need change, we need help, it's rough out there.

It wasn't necessary to speak on the recession, you know what I mean, but I just though it made a lot of sense. I was like, "okay, cool," I'm going to go with this approach for the name of the album [ The Recession].

Sexy, no alcoholic, but she drink like a toilet. Told her do me a favor and put your mouth on this faucet.

Music is how you feel. But if I can say one word, I'll say 'necessary.' I felt it was necessary.

Politics isn't only about government. Politics is about the people.

Every time I'm out and somebody tells me they love what I do, that's what I do it for. That's like my vice. That's like my high. When people understand that this is who I really am, and to be appreciated for your craft .

Anybody that's got a problem with me is probably envious or wants to be me, and that's how I've always looked at it.