As a kid, I dreamed about being onstage.

People in my neighborhood inspired me to sing. Believe in your ability no matter what, but be realistic with yourself and your ability.

It was only for two years, and I jumped from family to family. It's very scary.

If you're looking for inner peace from the outside world, you're not going to get that. The inner peace starts with looking at you from the inside.

If you're looking for inner peace from the outside world, you're not going to get that. The inner peace starts with looking at you from the inside. Understanding that everything that comes to you is what you are. Everything from friends to boyfriends to the job you get - it's all a direct reflection of what you are on the inside.

Believe in yourself when nobody else does.

I like hanging out with me, and I've accepted everything about me good, bad whatever it is. That's why I'm able to, that's why no one can tell me anything negative about myself.