It's hard to be strong and be weak at the same time. So I spent a lot of time sitting still. Sitting still for hours, not moving a muscle. Really concentrated work, so I'm ready. I'm ready for my performance.

I don't want to be remembered as anything but brave. The only good intention to make money is to help others. I want to be Oprah. I want to be Melinda Gates. If I ever sell products other than my talents, then it will be to give more to others.

I decided to pursue music, so I dropped out of school and I told my parents I didn't want any money from them. I got three jobs and I just hit the ground running.

My mama told me when I was young we're all born SUPERSTARS!

Ignore all hatred and criticism. Live for what you create, and die protecting it.

I don't see myself in terms of artifice. I see myself as a real person who chooses to live my life in an open way - artistically.

When I wake up in the morning, I feel just like any other insecure 24-year-old girl.