Growing up in the public eye was really tough. When you're 14 and your body is changing, your life is changing, and people are watching every step you make, it's really hard to deal with. But I was pretty lucky, people didn't watch me that closely.

My mom has always been my support system. She taught me to never give up and to keep pursuing my passions no matter what.

Being honest...[to reporters] Not the worst thing in the world. Don't write that down.

I was always the first one to break. I'll admit it. I couldn't keep a straight face.

I grew up doing musical theatre in Orlando, Florida. When I was 14, I just happened to be in the right place at the right time - a deliveryman heard me singing and offered to deliver my demo tape to Sony Music. I was just really lucky.

Having this other career in music made me work harder as an actress. It's made me more professional.

Music is my first love.