Being a songwriter requires versatility while being an artist requires you to create a cohesive body of work. I truly enjoy both.

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

Taking constructive criticism from others is required to get to the next level.

As a new artist you should ignore trends at all costs.

By the time I was six or seven-years-old, I had learned several techniques of how to use my voice and was able to choose the sound I wanted to distinguish myself, so I started writing songs on the piano.

Social media has been an incredible tool to connect to my fan base, and collaborate with people around the world. Some of my biggest breaks have come through people hearing my music on the Internet and then contacting me through social media.

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.