Art is a part of the rebellion against the realities of its unfulfilled desire.
Now my fans are older and they understand how to appreciate me the same way I appreciate them for being there for me.
I want to be able to take care of my family.
I think now the music is good. I tell people all the time who like to be in the music business you got to have a hit record.
Atlanta is a big market for me. They've always supported my music. They took care of my people during Hurricane Katrina, so I love them and I love my fans. And to be able to help and motivate the next generation, I feel like this is the place to do it.
Let's be honest. We don't take rap serious the way other cultures take rock-n-roll, they take country. They artists are being loved.
Work hard and never make excuses.
When something like this [2003 invasion of Iraq] takes place, the international law professionals have a complicated task. There is a fringe that just tells the truth: Look, it's a violation of international law. But most have to construct complex arguments to justify it as defense counsel. That's basically their job, defense counsel for state power.
Women helping each other - coaching, mentoring, and providing tips - is a great way for us to be our own force.
They say the Pharaohs built the pyramids Do you think one Pharaoh dropped one bead of sweat? We built the pyramids for the Pharaohs and we're building for them yet.
Today you can go to a gas station and find the cash register open and the toilets locked. They must think toilet paper is worth more than money.