I really try to be aware of the purpose of each song. There are songs on my record that I want people to have sex to, and songs people can listen to when they're pissed off.

It doesn't matter if the world is pulling you down. With Christ you have everything.

I got to sing with the Boss, Sting, Pink and John Legend and all of those people. It felt like the pinnacle, and then I got the call. I cried, actually and I called my dad, it was really cool.

I know that each and everyone of you have felt, at one point, like you couldn't go on. But then you found hope. There's always a way to find hope. Remember that.

I like looking at the stars on a clear night

Don't let the world around you defeat the belief within you.

Life happens. Adapt. Embrace change, and make the most of everything that comes your way.