When You're Away For A Long Time,

I Dont Think Being Black Has Held Me Back At All. Being Black Makes You Strong.

I Would Make Far More Money If Every Song Were My Own, But I Don't Write To Fill Up The Album With My Songs.

It's Impossible To Write And Produce A Record When Your Parents Are Dying. I Really Tried, I Really, Really Tried, But It Just Wouldn't Come.

As Soon As You Get Off Stage, That's The Most Dangerous Time For A Singer To Kiss People Because Your Vocal Chords Are Receptive To Any Kind Of Germ.

I'd Love To Be The Political Voice Of My Generation, But That's Not My Gift.