Changing my name was meant to inspire and bring youth together all around the world.

I grew up in the 'hood, but it was like growing up in Beverly Hills because there were so many superstars around.

I'm from Queensbridge. It's the largest housing project in New York. And growing up in Queens, it was different because I wasn't really experienced in traveling to the City. I never really got used to the City.

I continue to learn about myself, about my past, understanding energy between people, understanding my own energy, being healthy.

My family were all into classical music, and I found that very intimidating.

No matter what, I always make it home for Christmas. I love to go to my Tennessee Mountain Home and invite all of my nieces and nephews and their spouses and kids and do what we all like to do - eat, laugh, trade presents and just enjoy each other... and sometimes I even dress up like Santa Claus!

I was by far the youngest of the family, and at times it was like being an only child.

If you asked me, parents were supposed to affect the life of their child in such a way that the child grows up to be responsible, able to participate in life and in community.