I'm telling you a lie in a vicious effort that you will repeat my lie over and over until it becomes true

I realized my father's sister Joanne, who died at 19 had instilled her spirit in me.

Applause was designed to bemuse and confuse you until it explodes into a chorus that reminds us why we love pop music.

I love imperfections.

There's no way to convince people of your greatness. Whatever it is that you want to be, you have to know it inside and knife-fight your way to your dream.

I think it's absolutely a blessing when you just know what your purpose is and your destiny. I don't think it's a curse at all.

I find it so important now to be a role model and a figure. And I know that may sound strange to some people, but most important is my connection with my fans and the connection that they breed with one another.