I believe a great performer is someone who sounds just as great live as they do in the studio and vice versa. They should know how to work the stage.

My folks have played everything from rock, disco, pop, funk, and blues. My dad has always brought and played different genres like jazz, classical, and Latin. With all this in my pocket, I feel I have a taste of everything for my influences.

First thing I did when I found out I made it into the top 13 is I tried not to faint and you know, I took it all in and I really looked at the crowd and said a big 'thank you'.

If there's a pool I love to hangout there and layout and get some sun. If I can ever find a second to get some sun, some Vitamin D, I will do so.

It's always been a dream of mine to get somewhere and to have my mom and dad with me up there.

My parents have basically just taught me the rules of the stage and everything since I was eight.

I'm going for something very raw and organic.