Fashion is a great thing, it's a way to express who you are.

I always have my own music on my iPod, especially songs that I am going to record. Besides that, I have lots of others ranging from Chris Brown to Beyonce', Michael Jackson, Rascal Flatts and Adele.

Shake It Up definitely teaches kids about the importance of reaching for your dreams and setting high goals. It also teaches great lessons about friendship and family.

Social Media has now become a part of our culture - you are either a part of it, or you ignore it.

I use my platform for more than just myself. Art is a reflection of human emotions. To neglect the political is to neglect what essentially is your job of storytelling. I would rather be known for the content of my character than for the project that I did.

If you don't try things and take risks, you don't really grow and figure out what you want.

With anything, you have to approach from an educational, mature standpoint.