I can plunk out enough chords to write a song, but I'm completely afraid to play guitar in front of other people. It's a fear of failure, I guess.

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.

Why do I, Mandy Moore, get a record deal?

I've always considered myself a fairly romantic person. I believe in love and falling in love at a young age.

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.

There are parallels between the music and film worlds, but they're really very different. I feel like they're just two different ways to channel my creativity.

Nobody's ever made me feel boring but I'm pretty boring. I acknowledge that in myself.