I been through some things but I worked hard to get to where I'm at.

I've been some through some things medically. I've seen some things on my brain. But I've had some treatment - and I've improved.

When I realized I was having trouble reading, I was too embarrassed to ask for help. Some teachers believed in me, but I just wasn't focused on school - I was into the music and trying to please my dad.

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.'

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.

Some things in literature are inexplicable.