Ethiopia is such a great country, beautiful place.
Playing music is a beautiful thing. But listening to music is just as great.
Outside of a couple of times I ran without eating right or being too tired, I always feel great after I run.
I feel creatively vibrant. I have some great friends; I feel like I'm capable of giving a lot to the world. And ultimately, that's what I really care about, is just giving.
When I was growing up, in L.A., I went to these schools, Fairfax High School, Bancroft Junior High School, and they had great music departments. I always played in the orchestra, the jazz band, the marching band.