"I want to do all types of music, music for all people. I want my music to be encouraging, to help people."

"I've been wanting to sing for a long time. I've been singing all my life, and I've tried different record companies, but it seemed like - it was such a struggle and so hard to get out there. So, I said, 'I'm gonna go on American Idol and see how far it takes me.'"

"I'm very soulful. I grew up singing in church. When I sing a song, I like to feel what I'm singing."

"When I'm out on the stage, it gives me this rush and anything that's on my mind and everything I'm going through is forgotten about."

"I like to play dress up, I'm in love with fashion."

"I always say you've only got one life to live, and you're not promised a tomorrow. So, you might as well just have a good time with it."

"My lips are big, but my talent is bigger."