Knowing that "me" is inextricably linked to blackness, [I try to enjoy] the process of expanding beyond the expected boundaries set by existing culture, norms and media.

Remember something about attention. Yes, it’s possible to buy, grab, or even steal it. But it’s far better to earn it.

I care about the diversity of the mindset of the people creating our future, and the windows through which we see it, and the tools we use to build it.

There are so many ways to be and to be black at the same time, but we're finally seeing that full range expressed much more widely than before.

New York has been the best gift, in that the city pushes me to so many next levels.

Mostly I try to be the best example of me that I can be.

I don't know that I'm post-anything. I'd like to think maybe I'm post-bullshit.

Okay, well, if motion is the constant, how can I remain in motion?

As far as hip-hop is concerned, I'm no expert and rarely think consciously about how I "represent" hip-hop.

You can call me namastunde or surfatunde. Either works.

I am not a yogi yet, but I aspire to have more balance in my life.

Good politicians need not be intellectuals, but they should have intellectual lives.

Do you know your Bible?''Uh, not very well.''It merits study, it contains very practical advice for most emergencies.

Definition of a bridegroom: A man who is amazed at the outcome of what he thought was a harmless little flirtation.

Death means change our clothes. Clothes become old, then time to come change. So this body become old, and then time come, take young body.

Many Sunnis joined Islamic State because they felt they were being treated poorly. Winning back their trust is the primary task of the new government. That will be difficult, but it is possible.

I have a mind to join a club and beat you over the head with it.

Bond didn't defend the practice. He simply maintained that the more effort and ingenuity you put into gambling, the more you took out.

I will work for energy policies that recognize oil won't last forever.

I have a lot more energy than I used to have. I sleep better. I like the way I look in my clothes better. I don’t cramp as much. I exercise better. I think my circulation has gotten better.

Praise thyself never.