Quotes from Jay Sean

The Indian heritage plays a very important role in my career, I have always wanted my Indian roots to be with me. I was also influenced by the urban culture around me back in the day.

Stereotypes are so played out.

There used to be times when you didn't see Indians on television or if you did it was the corner shop guy in 'EastEnders,' but now they're not as stereotypical and we've managed to fit in and blend really well. England does a great job of doing that.

The pride I feel in representing my people, no matter where I am, is never going to diminish. I could be in Hong Kong, Singapore, Egypt or even Las Vegas, I'll always be representing my people.

I really enjoyed studying.

I was studying to be a doctor like every good Indian boy, and doing music on the side as a hobby. Then I started to get a little serious and record companies started giving me offers!

I've always been interested in acting because I acted before I did singing.

I don't actually believe in the 2012 Mayan theory at all, but I thought it would be a really dope thing to write about.

When you're sharply dressed I think you feel more confident.

Longevity trumps everything.

Managing yourself, writing and performing your own music can teach you a lot.