I want to release music that is true to myself.

When you are in the American Idol bubble, a lot of contestants want to go as far as they can and wish to be on point with ready-to-go songs.

A lot of people who wanted to audition for Idol have asked me: “What should I do?” or “How to I prepare myself?” I always told them: “Just go in and believe in yourself.”

Being hurt by someone you really cared about, it makes me want to make them regret ever hurting my heart. Best way of doing that? Success. Get ready for it.

Do not let anything get in your way of chasing your dreams.

I listen to music when I'm feeling down or just a certain way. I don't know what I'd do without it!

Have fun. Especially while you're still young, you gotta keep the spark up. Even when things get boring, just remember to have fun.