Knowing that I inspired SAM SMITH is one of the most powerful experiences I've had as an artist. I was Sam. I still am Sam.

I'm inspired by people who keep on rolling, no matter their age.

I just hope that our fans are people who are inspired by music, and just use our music as a background or inspiration for whatever it is they do.

We too are also inspired by the life and example of Jose Marti, who is not only a Cuban and Latin American hero but justly honoured by all who struggle to be free.

Those who are inspired by a model other than Nature, labor in vain.

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.