We were a family who had come from nothing and now we had respect from French people of all sorts.

I think it's important for artists to work together. It's great for fans to see, like, Ludacris came out to our show in Atlanta and kinda made a surprise appearance there, it shows a mutual respect for what each other does.

To live your life well, and have respect for what came before or after - there's a strong respect for that in African culture.

I don't think I look up to any players. Obviously you respect everyone.

My mom was a teacher - I have the greatest respect for the profession - we need great teachers - not poor or mediocre ones.