My goal as an artist is to always be true to who I am and give my fans music they will enjoy for a lifetime

I'm a very independent woman.

We're raising our girls to understand the real meaning of Christmas, and to know that it's most important to have Christmas in your heart. We go to our local mall and donate toys, and we say prayers for all the people in the world who might not be as lucky as we are.

Shania Twain brought a whole other fan base to country music with her sound, the way the videos were produced.

I think society, in general, is hard on women, period.

I believe that you need to be the person you are and don't let anyone tell you otherwise. If you want something, go out and get it. Follow your dreams, and never give up!

I wasn't a great background singer.