I never really did abandon my true self. It's not like I invented this imaginary person and started to be her.

Everyone on the bus can laugh at me, and I'll be like, 'Screw you guys: I look good!'

Don't be afraid of the shadows, it only means there's a light nearby.

When you go through tragedy, you can either let that destroy you and you become bitter and never let it go, or you can let it make you stronger and let it make you grow. And that's what I did. My lyrics are coming from a place that I want people to relate to and feel that they're not alone.

A fan once asked if he could have a piece of my hair for voodoo. I said no, so he hugged me and plucked out a couple of hairs and ran off.

I was always a drama queen. I remember playing in the kitchen, trying to get my mom to think I was dead and call the police. When she didn't, I would cry. I was always theatrical. I don't think any of my relatives are surprised.

Writing music is my therapy. It’s very purifying!