I'm the first one to admit, I'm a pretty unorthodox guitar player.

Writing on the road is a passion of mine.

I'm not here to change the music world, but I'm definitely here to show what I can do and express myself through my music.

I think I can connect with an audience because I know what it's like to be on the other side of it and I really remember all of that.

I know what it's like to be shoveling to pay bills. I know what it's like to not have a job.

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

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