When it comes down to the music, it's just you and the microphone. It's not you and the record execs.

I have always liked the contrast between being blonde and having dark features.

I'm not going to have a baby until I'm around 30 something.

For me, music comes naturally. I always just get in the studio and I feel like, wow, this is my heaven.

Know yourself; keep your circle tight. Keep your friends and your work circle tight.

I was signed at 18 and had to grow up quickly.

You can tell an honest artist from one who's just given all their songs.