Amy [Winehouse] changed pop music forever, I remember knowing there was hope, and feeling not alone because of her. She lived jazz, she lived the blues.

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People ask me why I wear veils. I reply, I am mourning. Mourning what? Well I figure something shitty must be going on somewhere.

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You will never find what you are looking for in love, if you don't love yourself.

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People will always talk, so lets give them sumthin to talk about

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Confidence is key, if you don't have it, fake it!

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There's no way to convince people of your greatness. Whatever it is that you want to be, you have to know it inside and knife-fight your way to your dream.

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I feel like if you're a really good human being, you can try to find something beautiful in every single person, no matter what.

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Some women choose to follow men, and some women choose to follow their dreams. If you're wondering which way to go, remember that your career will never wake up and tell you that it doesn't love you anymore.

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Acceptance, tolerance, bravery, compassion. These are the things my mom taught me!

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Stand up for those who cannot stand up for themselves; its your responsibility

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