I wanted the focus to be on my ability as a singer and as an entertainer - not on my private life.

Life is all about taking risk to get what you want.

I think Lady Gaga is great and is changing pop music and bringing back a certain rock 'n' roll spirit, swagger to the game.

Fame is a very strange animal.

I definitely have my opinions that I'm very vocal about and I'm not afraid to put them out there.

I think you kind of have to put yourself out there.

Coming up with something new and original is so exciting.