I don't weigh myself - it's all about how I feel in my clothes.

I knew there would be a negative reaction in the press to my divorce, but I am not going to live my life because of something someone might say.

I just get really bored with sticking to the norm and having the proper conservative image. That's just so not me.

It's been quite a roller coaster ride, but I've grown and learned a lot about myself. The greatest thing is being able to interact with fans and touch people's lives... for that I give thanks.

I'm a hard worker and I really give to my fans through my shows.

Independence was a big, big thing for me. I saw my voice as a way out - when my parents fought, I'd run up to my room, put on The Sound of Music, open the window and sing out. My voice was my escape.

I have a lot of aggression in me that needs to come out in a not-very-precise or articulate way.