I was living in Maryland and my first week was dreadful. My first week I actually got into a fight at school
Christina MilianI would just love to do something where I'd have to train and work really hard and do one of those types of action movies, which a lot of women are doing now
Christina MilianI would love to do some kind of mystery movie, or an action flick, something with that combination
Christina MilianWhen I meet somebody, I hang out with them, and it's all good, but I don't take it too seriously
Christina MilianI have to have a little bit of time to myself right before whatever it is that I have to do because most of the time I'm sitting in my head convincing myself to calm down, all right, show down.
Christina MilianI've always been heavily engaged with my fans on the internet from day one. That connection's one of the reasons why I've been able to enjoy such longevity in my career.
Christina MilianI did a theatrical musical, Annie Warbucks, when I was 11. We did a tour and we stopped by Los Angeles.
Christina MilianThat's my fun time so, to me, doing my homework, studying on what I do, watching the movies, listening to music, all that inspires me so I focus a lot on that and practice
Christina MilianBlind audition format is what make our show unique and gives it so much more integrity. After all, the show is called The Voice. It's about vocals, and you have to stand out to get the attention of these four, Grammy-winning superstars who have an amazing ear and know what they're talking about. They rely on their ear as well as the reaction of fans in the audience to figure out whether that contestant is worth pressing that red button for. It's a great concept which keeps everybody on the edge of their seat.
Christina MilianI had actually been on tour in Japan and I had my own world tour that I was doing. I was used to doing a show for an hour, so I was always learning choreography
Christina MilianI find I don't need to be polished. I feel that you have to keep it real, and that's the best way to go.
Christina MilianWe face challenges every day both big and small. But regardless we are always ready for any obstacle, and we have each other to stay grounded, grow together and for comfort. Our memories growing up are what built our foundation. I think we are proof to never give up. None of us are perfect, and we're okay with making fun of our flaws.
Christina MilianThere hasn't been one highlight that stands out... but touring and performing has been great.
Christina MilianMy advice to someone to follow in my footsteps is to have patience. I've been doing this for twelve years.
Christina MilianI want to be remembered as a happy, humble person, and as someone who motivated others to never give up.
Christina MilianI guess NBC must have noticed that one of my main staples is social media. So, when they approached me for The Voice, I thought "Why not be the first one to do it?"
Christina MilianI enjoy being happy every day, and hopefully you can hear my happiness in my music. Life is beautiful.
Christina MilianWhen we were doing the cheerleading for this, I was excited about doing it because I always wanted to be a cheerleader. I always wanted to but I didn't get to because I was working.
Christina MilianNever give up. Never stop being creative in finding ways to get exposure. Also, prepared anytime and all the time. You never know who you will run into.
Christina MilianThe sun won't shine since you went away, seems like the rain's falling every day. There's just one heart, where there once was two; that's the way it's gotta be until I get over you.
Christina MilianWell, Tommy Lee Jones is a little bit more intimidating. He's definitely a cowboy. He's from Texas.
Christina MilianThe best business decision I've made was to become a songwriter. I can't say that I have a worst, because I don't have any regrets.
Christina MilianAlso, my mom and family are very important to me and I know that this is not expected.
Christina MilianI also have two dogs, a Chihuahua and a Yorkshire terrier, so if they like him, that's a good sign.
Christina MilianIf you want reach fans on-line definitely pay attention to things like hashtags and to what's trending at the moment. Try to connect to what's hot and to reach out to and to follow the right people. You never know who might re-tweet you and help you get some more followers.
Christina MilianI like doing arts and crafts, so I would probably go to one of those fun little ceramic places and go paint some plates and do something fun like that
Christina MilianEven if I don't have the money to take vocal lessons, I'll practice in the house by myself singing out loud.
Christina MilianI am not greedy, so I would gladly give a song to someone else to sing if it makes more sense.
Christina MilianBecause I get nervous all the time. It's weird but I think it's fun and it's refreshing. It's always good to be that way. That keeps me appreciative of everything.
Christina MilianLiving in Maryland, I saw that the opportunities were far greater in California than back home.
Christina MilianLove yourself for who you are. You are beautiful inside and out, and nobody can take that away from you.
Christina MilianI'm an entertainer, period. But I'd probably have to say my passion is in singing. I'm willing to go broke singing.
Christina MilianI signed to Def Jam and within two months, I heard that Ja Rule was looking for someone to do a song with.
Christina MilianEven in relationships, I don't get my hopes up or anything, especially not right now because I know I'm young and I've got plenty of time later in the future.
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