And I was mischievous. I was always into something. So when I got good attention from the singing, I knew that was probably where I needed to land.

Make sure you're always giving, way more than you're taking

It really has lifted my spirits. It's intensified my faith, given me more hope. That's what music does for me.

Watch what you say and do because little eyes are watching you.

It's very important to surround yourself with people you can learn from.

I don’t think there's ever been a point in my career where I've said, 'I've made it.' What does that mean, 'I've made it?' Made it to what? If you say, 'I've made it.' then are you finished? I don't want to be finished. I don't want to quit.

Mama was a stickler on keeping your word. That's helped me to make the right decisions in so many situations. Because of that, I also think really hard before I make a decision because I know I'm going to have to see it through.