I think that growing up is something that you should do gradually.

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Love is one of those things that should be so simple. You don't need to think about it and over analyze it when it's good.

My absolute favorite meal in Nashville is sweet-potato pancakes at Pancake Pantry.

I wouldn't want to date a pushover who would let me make all the plans and have all the control.

I know that a Christmas tree farm in Pennsylvania is about the most random place for a country singer to come from, but I had an awesome childhood.

When I was 9 or 10, I used to get all the lead roles because I was the tallest person. But my interest in music soon drew me to country music. I was infatuated with the sound, with the storytelling. I could relate to it. I can't really tell you why. With me, it was just instinctual.