It's important that I make a difference in some way. If it's performing and touching someone that way, that's great; if it's being a teacher and helping some kid understand something, that's even better.

I was on TV for almost sixteen weeks during American Idol. It's at the point now where it's old.

While everyone I work with may not share my beliefs, I have been surrounded by nothing but support.

I auditioned just for fun.

Pain happens to everyone. To grow up, to fulfill your potential, to develop into what God wants you to be-this process takes support. No one succeeds alone.

Well, fortunately we found out that the runner-up our particular year was going to get a record contract also. So it was kind of a - it was bitter sweet but it was an opportunity.

The greatest glory never comes from falling, but from rising each time you fall.