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

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.

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.

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

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.

Did you know that 'I told you so' has a brother, Jacob?" she asked cutting me off. "His name is 'Shut the hell up'.

Sweep my dreams not beneath my feet. Be somewhere that my steps won't meet. Breaking the broom isn't a must. Don't mistake unmoved dreams for dust

The only time I would like to see was the 20s and 30s in America because I love the music and the style and the optimism, I wanted to see New York being built. I wanted to see all that, you know.

There's nothing surprising about me. I'm dull. I am a fan of the New York subway. I love it.

Not everything is about you," Clary said furiously. "Possibly," Jace said, "but you do have to admit that the majority of things are.

I'm excited to have the opportunity to lead one of the true e-commerce innovators.

Certainly there's got to be a little bit of reality show fatigue happening.

I really love to set things in places that are real to me.

When kids grow up wanting to be you, you matter.

I was informed... that some... were dreaming and wished to return.