I didn't want to do something that was easy for me.
I want to be a poet and have a chance to explore that and let people know what's really on my mind.
I try to stay focused on my creativity.
One day I hope to open a shelter of my own. I think it's really important to share my own story with women who've been abused, because going through that experience has led me to where I am today: It's given me the strength and motivation to be the best that I can be.
When you're young, it's so easy to get bull-dozed.
It's amazing how a truly great songwriter can touch anyone in the world with their words.