I've been wanting to sing for a long time. I've been singing all my life, and I've tried different record companies, but it seemed like - it was such a struggle and so hard to get out there. So, I said, 'I'm gonna go on American Idol and see how far it takes me.'

I been through some things but I worked hard to get to where I'm at.

I want to still be singing at 70 years old. I want to be open to the dreams I haven't even dreamed up.

I want to do all types of music, music for all people. I want my music to be encouraging, to help people.

I'm very soulful. I grew up singing in church. When I sing a song, I like to feel what I'm singing.

I knew exactly what I was doing. You can't accidentally take a whole bottle of pills.

I think my purpose was just to get out and sing. I love to sing. I wasn't even in it for the - you know, the prize. I was, like, 'Hey, man, I'm going to sing.