I live on hairspray. The bigger the hair, the closer to God.

People naturally change a lot during their 20s, so my songs reflect that progression.

I'm giving up on love cause love's given up on me.

When I got a record deal I said, 'I'm only wearing jeans. I'm not wearing frilly dresses.' Dancing around in sequins is just not who I am. I wanted to be heard, not seen.

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

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 think I find new idols every day - someone that says something really inspiring, is successful, has character.