Early in my songwriting career, when I was learning a lot about writing songs, I'd force myself to sit down until I came up with something.

You always have to work to become a better singer, songwriter and performer.

I always want to have a personal relationship with everybody that works for me.

Anytime I sing the anthem, it is an honor and my heart beats out of my chest.

My main thing is I'm gonna go out there every night and give it all I got and just try to put on the best show I can. That's just the way I'm programmed and wired.

It's pretty cool to see how far music can take you.

You know, if Kelly Clarkson wants to do country albums because that’s what inspires her, then let her do it. Look at Kanye West or Ludacris ... they aren’t rappin’ and cussin’ like they were on their first few albums, so what does that make them? It’s all in the eye of the beholder and the listener. We all use our outlet to grow ourself.