I'm an emotional person. I love music that moves me and makes the hair on my arms stand up. And I want the same thing in relationships. Either you can keep up or you can't.

Not to sound overly cheesy but I really appreciate the freedom we have in America - especially as a female.

My style icons were Gwen Stefani, when she was in No Doubt, and then Shirley Manson in Garbage.

I wish that I was looking into your eyes

With songs, I've always pledged to be honest. I write my songs because I've lived them.

I still want to be as approachable and relatable as possible - when I meet fans and they're crying, I'll say, 'Calm down, there's nothing to cry about.'

It can be the most difficult thing to do, but love conquers fear and love conquers hate and this love that you choose will give you strength and it's our greatest power.