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

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

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

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.

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

If you are a young girl who wants to be a country singer, just don't try to do it too early. Be a high school kid, be a cheerleader, do your thing. And also, just know who you are; know what you want to say and stick with it throughout.

Yeah, I have a tough-girl image.