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.”

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.”

I want to release music that is true to myself.

I always make a wish at 11:11, even if its something cheesy.

I want to let my fans know that I will not hold myself back anymore. Everybody knows me as "15-Year-Old Little Jessica who was on 'American Idol' and who is this sweet, quiet girl." I am very soft-spoken, but I have gone through numerous experiences, and I want to speak out and tell people what has been going on in my life.

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.

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