I'm inspired by artists and musicians. There are so many wonderful and talented people in the world. I love discovering new music, new writers, or new art.

When I was a kid, I'd practise Chopin on piano - and I love Chopin! He's my dawg! Then I'd go out on the stoop and blast the radio. I'm from New York, the concrete jungle. Hip-hop influenced me from day one.

Soul music is timeless.

I don't think what I do is influenced by suffering. I come from a talented people who are prolific in music and dance.

It's a wonderful thing to see smart, creative women out there working hard and doing wonderful music and still having love for each other.

It's for people who can't market their own pieces, but who are still legitimate artists, musicians and writers.