My music comes from my emotion, always.

Food in Chicago is the best.

I love knowing that people are connecting to my lyrics, my music and me.

I'd love to work with Sufjan Stevens. He so gets it. He's amazing.

This is America - you're allowed to say and do what you want and what you say and do defines who you are as a person.

Melodies are important. I always kind of pride myself on my melodies.

I will always appreciate 'American Idol,' and I never forget about where I come from.