I embraced being a pop artist, but I like doing it on my own terms, at my own pace.

After all you've put me through, you would think I despise you, but in the end I want to thank you because you made me that much stronger.

My son is healthy and happy, so that's all that matters to me.

How could you not learn from Cher with her work ethic and the way she commands attention when she walks into a room, but exudes such peaceful tranquility and love for everyone. She just makes you feel warm and welcome and more inspired to do a better job because you want to step up to the plate.

I've never watched an entire episode of 'American Idol'. It's too mean.

Being a mom changes your life. It actually has made me become more comfortable in my own skin and my own body because it's such a growth and a learning lesson.

When you're seventeen years old, green and inexperienced, you're grateful for any guidance and direction you can get.