Even though it was a stressful time in my life, I have a lot of good memories from my Idol experience.

I used to have hair so long, my nickname was Pocahontas.

The best part of being signed by a major label was having the support of a big company behind me and the ability to meet new artists and producers.

My friends are mostly familiar with music that plays on the mainstream radio.

My experience working with a major label was not all bad, I was blessed to go through that experience, and I know what to do during the next time around.

I always had an idea for what I wanted to do in the future and throughout my career. This wasn't, like, me figuring out what to do after Idol. I've always known the steps in what I had to do to get where I was.

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.