People are always asking, 'Is everything ok?' Look, I was not depressed, ok? I was just freaking exhausted.

I'm far from perfect. I'm still learning. I overworked myself, and I paid the price. I consider the breakdown a breakthrough. I needed to hit rock bottom. I needed to understand the cost of pushing so hard; fighting so hard against the system.

Heartbroken and in tears over the shocking death of my friend, the incomparable Ms. Whitney Houston. My heartfelt condolences to Whitney's family and to all her millions of fans throughout the world. She will never be forgotten as one of the greatest voices to ever grace the earth.

I've seen the real extreme diva behaviour and I don't think that's who I am.

I don't mind being compared to Whitney (Houston), there are people miles worse to be compared to.

I understand people want to hold on to their roots.

If you believe in yourself enough and know what you want, you're gonna make it happen.