I think theatricality is just one way of performing. I don't think it's a better way or the way, but it's my way.

Being who you are is a lot easier than faking it.

My mother was always supportive.

The biggest risk I've ever taken is going on American Idol and trying to be myself. I wasn't going to try too hard to conform, and I knew that it could possibly not work out.

I'm not scared at all... Of the cracks in the crystal ball.

Fame is a very strange animal.

At least I can say that I'm honest.