I just don't want to be known as the actress who can sing. I want to be known as the singer who can act, too. It's great cross-promotion.

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

I learned what love is from loving you.

I think it's flattering when people say I'm a role model, but I don't think I am. It depends on your outlook on the word 'role model.' I'm not perfect or anything. I just consider it a great compliment.

In 2009, I traveled to South Sudan with my organization PSI. While there, I visited a local school and met with a group of children who had formed a water club. The group learned about how to treat their drinking water and use proper hygiene practices, such as washing their hands before eating or after going to the bathroom.

There's so much to explore! And personally, I don't know. It's such a crapshoot.

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.