The writing of a melody is an emotional moment; success doesn't make it easy.
When I was growing up, I'd be in the choir. My mum was the organist in the church, so I'd sing in the church.
I do promotion when it is necessary, but I always want to get back to the music.
Writing every song is a little journey. The first note has to lift you.
Look to love and you may dream, and if it should leave then give it wings. But if a love is meant to be, hope is home and the heart is free.
Over in the UK, the music press can be brutal. They can say wonderful things about you one week, and the next week, you're in the can.