I had some wonderful times in my 20s, but your 20s are hard.

I think I'm realizing I've always been able to move people, just getting people to talk.

Even listening to a lot of other music inspires me, too. Like I'll find something and be like, "I love this group!" And I want to write something that's kind of like this.

I never, ever in my heart want to hurt anyone.

As a singer and songwriter, I have great admiration for many of the budding stars who come to try their hand at performing and can relate to the hopes and aspirations of all the contestants, no matter how good or bad.

I don't earn my money from trying to hurt people or get in the tabloids.

Keep your sense of self; don't get caught up in what people want you to be.