Jill Scott

I don't necessarily think of myself as a feminist, but I'm a whole person.

I like a man who smells good. Puts on cologne; lotions his body. It keeps me wanting. I like feeling that way.

Africa doesn't leap on you immediately; it seeps slowly, and it's incredibly important to be respectful and humble there.

When I get onstage, I automatically feel beautiful.

I defy any woman who is pregnant and trying to concentrate really hard not to feel distracted.

I see myself being a great-grandmother at my great-grandson's graduation from a school that has my name on it.

African people worldwide are known to be welcoming and open-minded.

I just think fashion is about enjoying yourself and being comfortable in your skin and allowing you to be you - all the way live.

My grill is intended to be discreet. It's there because I enjoy jewelry.

A woman is more than the sum of her parts.

I could float in the pool for hours, just letting the water carry me.

Being a mom, it feels like I did something so powerful and amazing. It's such a gigantic blessing, and a confirmation that the Creator exists. And all of that has made me feel sexier and stronger. I call it 'lava in my spine.'