When I saw Elvis on television, I just fell in love with him completely. As a singer, I want to be able to relate to an audience like this man does. Of course, nobody can - he was the best there ever was.

When I wake up in a bad mood, I try not to stay in one. Learn to make the best of what you have.

In the real world, it is hard to be taken seriously as a woman. Use your brain and be smart about your choices. There's nothing wrong with being a good girl - it's actually very attractive and sexy.

A little bit of stage fright, then I'm ready.

I don't let things go unless I'm ready for them to go.

The minute you walk through the door and your kid runs into your arms, you're smacked in the face with a dose of reality: It's like, this is my real life.

The hardest thing for me is planning ahead. My mom was brilliant at it.