All that ever holds somebody back, I think, is fear. For a minute I had fear. [Then] I went into the [dressing] room and shot my fear in the face.

I'm a single girl. I like to have a good time. I just sleep with the guys in the band all the time because it's easier.

I think that once you've had a few No. 1s in your career that you've kind of proven yourself and I don't feel the need to prove anything anymore.

Being different is a talent. You illuminate what makes you special in the sea of sameness around you.

I never care personally what people say about me. The music, and the message - this will always be more important to me than people thinking I'm the best.

just remember: i love you, and love yourselves. 'cause, little monsters, you were born that way baby.

I want you to know, that when you are lonely, I will be lonely too.