Sure, the word-play maestro Shad was recently named the host of the CBC Radio One national arts show Q, but the new gig doesn’t need to interrupt his hip hop flow. In advance of his upcoming concert at Massey Hall, he took time out to respond to our questionnaire.
What is your idea of perfect happiness? Gratitude
What is your greatest fear? Not doing with what I've been given.
What’s the deal with Kanye West? Best musician of the last 10 years. Maybe ever. And he's not a musician.
Who are your heroes? Leo Tolstoy and John Stockton.
What is the trait you most deplore in others? Liking Duke basketball.
What is your most treasured possession? My phone. Cuz useful.
What’s the deal with Justin Bieber? Poor kid from Stratford. I stays reppin’.
What’s your guilty pleasure? P.M. Dawn deep cuts.
What is your motto? Take your best guess with your best intentions.
What’s the deal with Shad? I know, right?!
Shad (and Zaki Ibrahim) plays Massey Hall, March 27, 8 p.m. $18.94. 178 Victoria St., 416-872-4255 or masseyhall.com.