Texas people are really strong in their roots. I started writing and playing guitar at 17. I've always loved music, and my dad is a singer-songwriter.

I do appreciate every single dollar I earn.

I guess if you don't jump, you'll never know if you can fly.

Usually, I cut songs by other people that are artists that I already love.

I can reach the mass audience if I come from different perspectives on every song.

Don't get me wrong, I love my first two albums a lot.

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.