MC Lyte is a proud member of Sigma Gamma Rho Sorority and from the stage to the red carpet, she is always ready to let everyone know how much she loves her letters!

The 44-year-old Brooklyn native opened up about her success and attributed it to being surrounded by a “strong sisterhood” while on the red carpet at the 2014 BET Awards.

Watch the video below to find out what she had to say!

To find out about all of the amazing programs and scholarships MC Lyte has created over the last couple of years to help the community click here.

Check out MC Lyte’s 1993 hit “Ruff Neck” below: