You start to realize that the things that are different about you are the things that make you special. And, as cliche as at that sounds, you realize that if you are lucky enough to have something that is different about you...don't try to hide it. I don't try to blend in anymore, it's all about standing out.

I leave the genre labeling to other people. I really do. If I were to think too hard about it, that would stifle you creatively. If you think too hard about who other people want you to be as an artist, it stops you from being who you want to be as an artist.

If you have something about yourself that's different, you're lucky. It's not a curse.

I wanted us to have a friendly relationship [with Kanye West]. He promised to play the song for me, but he never did.

Rebellion is what you make of it. When you've been on a tour bus for two months straight, and then you get in your car and drive wherever you want, that can feel rebellious.

The world doesn’t owe you anything. You have to work for everything you get and you have to appreciate every bit of success the world gives you.

I really like Lady GaGa and everything she is for her fans.