Music was the first thing I did where I was naturally talented.

I don't know where "bro country" came from or what it really means, but a lot of those guys are my buddies and I ­support their music. Within ­country there are lots of styles: stone-cold country, like Brandy Clark, and there's Florida Georgia Line with what they do, which is completely different and bringing a whole new audience. There's room for everyone.

I definitely don't ever want to burn out at my job.

I was always suspicious and looking over my shoulder because that's how I was raised.

My mom was always saying: 'Be whatever you want to be, but stick with it. Don't waver. Don't change who you are for anybody.

My weight always fluctuates by 10 pounds. After trying Atkins and doing Nutrisystem a few times, now I’m just focused on maintaining a healthy lifestyle rather than dieting.

I carry a weapon. I got a death threat a few years ago and was really scared. But I don't want bodyguards. I am my own security.