I'm tired and I don't know what day it is.

Clive [Davis] tried to tell me that saying certain words in a song - or as he says, 'putting some balls into it' - isn't bad, it's just strong emotion. Well, there are certain words and emotions I don't want kids hearing, and I'm not changing because they think it's going to sell better. This is going to sound horrible, but I got 12 million votes doing what I did.

Working with children with autism has provided me with an opportunity to see the world in a different way. I see them strive to overcome obstacles and persevere, and learn to persevere myself. They are my inspiration.

I know this is going to sound cheesy and like I'm trying to be Miss America, but the most important responsibility a celebrity has is to set an example and be a role model.

I had the greatest time on Broadway and made friends I never expected to make!

In my ideal world, no child would suffer. Charitable instincts would prevail. There would be global acceptance of all different types of people.

If my career detour from special education to singing has done one thing, it has afforded me the opportunity to make a difference in the lives of others.