Country music is different because we [musicians] are all actually happy for each other. We're all friends. It's a little family. So if you don't win [an award], usually one of your friends does. So it's kind of a cool thing. I think it's the only genre of music to have that camaraderie.

A lot of people tell me, once they get to know me, that they're surprised that I'm nothing like they think I'll be.

Miranda Lambert! She not only has amazing music, but she is an awesome role model for females and rescues lots of animals!

I do write a lot from personal experience, but I also embellish a bit.

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

I'm really fortunate because, in my career, I haven't had to deal with anybody trying to make me something I'm not.

I am incredibly thankful for the strong support I have from my peers in the industry and of course my amazing fans.