Many artists who sign deals in the US and UK get the benefit of worldwide promotion and have a better shot at breaking globally.

There is a lot of incredible talent out there, however, talent alone is not enough. Being a great singer does not matter, if you are not singing great songs. Having great songs will not be obvious to record executives if they are not professionally produced. Consistently performing those songs extremely well is essential.

I have to say one of the lessons I learned is to always be prepared.

My strength is in my ability to be versatile.

Knowing how to market yourself and your press materials is key.

Being in the music business requires having a very strong resolve. You must be completely committed to the craziness that will inevitably ensue when pursing a career in music. There is no one who is immune to this. Not even the biggest music icons.

Many artists who sign deals in the US and UK get the benefit of worldwide promotion and have a better shot at breaking globally.