Celine Dion is my major inspiration.

I miss my friends in public school, but it's kind of a part of something that you have to give up. I'd rather perform than go to public school.

It's good to kind of get away from the star treatment.

I love Lady Gaga. She's not afraid to take risks and be herself.

My advice would be to follow your dream. Most of my life, I was in second place before I came in first place. I hope that inspired people to never give up.

I have always despised people who thought they were better than others, and I made a promise to myself that I'd never turn into that kind of person. My family also helps to keep me grounded. Whenever I get a 'diva moment,' as they like to call it, they let me know it and say, 'Stop acting like a diva!' They're pretty good at it, too.

It's interesting because what I do and what I sing is, to other people, pretty unique. I feel I'm creating my own path... and I'm working on growing as a performer.