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.
I used to have hair so long, my nickname was Pocahontas.
I want to release music that is true to myself.
My friends are mostly familiar with music that plays on the mainstream radio.
Do not let anything get in your way of chasing your dreams.
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.