“I’m most scared of failing, of disappointing people.”

I have had young fascinations but never love.

I don’t think I could do a reality show, no.

Know yourself; keep your circle tight. Keep your friends and your work circle tight.

Everyone thinks their mom is a superhero, and l feel like I want to be just like my mom. A superhero. She’s a very strong lady.

Roc Nation is such an incredible, unique team, especially in the music industry. Everyone genuinely loves and cares about each other.

I don’t know what it feels like not to have a great family support system – I was lucky to have that.

When I record music I like to be in one place and kind of have a base to keep going back to.

I have always liked the contrast between being blonde and having dark features.

I’ve always tried to be independent. It’s just my personality. I’ve always been the type to motivate the camp. I’ve always wanted to be the fuel for something—for music, the fuel for my family, the fuel for my best friend. Helping someone with what I’m doing.

I’d love to go on a safari – I’ve never been on a safari.

When it comes down to the music, it’s just you and the microphone. It’s not you and the record execs.

You can tell an honest artist from one who’s just given all their songs.

When I was a kid, I’d spray paint my hair, cut clothes up.

Women love an honest man.

I’ve always been into looking different.

I was signed at 18 and had to grow up quickly.