I come from a long line of matriarchal women, and my greatest teachers were my mothers.

But now I realize that this record business really needs me. No one else is trying to take a chance or do something different.

Breathing becomes really easy when you're laughing. It kick starts that feeling of joy.

The metal or the stone that's helping me .I'll incorporate them into anything I wear - but I think it's about accessories more than anything, because it's how you accessorize yourself that gives you your own unique style.

I've had two children. I've had three boyfriends. I've had a lot of things happen that can change your opinions and values and philosophies.

I have advice for people - period - who are in unhealthy relationships: Follow your heart. It will get you to where you need to be. Sometimes it's hard, sometimes it's easy, the places that your heart takes you. But continue to follow it. Where the train leads you - you'll get there.

I don't have one song that sounds like another one in my entire catalog.