I just want people to take a step back, take a deep breath and actually look at something with a different perspective. But most people will never do that.

I hope at some point in my career when my name is mentioned, someone will say "Oh yeah he has a good song!" I'd be happy with that.

I think I've tried to stay true to my music since the beginning. It's kind of hard because of the access and technology but I just do what I do.

Back in college, when I got kicked out of school, I was still in school, I'd just written the song that got me my record deal. If I hadn't gotten kicked out of school I wouldn't be where I am now. Three months after that, I got my record deal and the rest is history.

I started as a writer and when I sent my demos out everyone wanted to know who was singing and if that person wanted a record deal.

This year I've really decided to get into the best shape of my life, and I've gotten there by changing not only what I eat but when I eat and how often, as well as my usual workout routine. The combination has made such a big difference, and I finally feel in the best shape of my life.

It is great to have your own label; you can cultivate your own artists I've worked with pretty much everyone I wanted to.