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" The first songs I wrote were catchy, but the subject matter was God. "

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" I just want to make it very clear that I come from very humble beginnings, and I worked for everything! "

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" I love hearing my song on the radio the first time, but when it comes on again, I change the station. I already have so much of the spotlight on me. I don't need any more. "

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" I like to go out there looking like a strong woman, because I am strong. But I am also a woman who goes through all kinds of problems and highs and lows. "

" I'm really critical of my posture, it makes a big difference. And I try to suck my belly in. Everyone should do that whether you're on a red carpet or not. Even if you're just going out to dinner with your boyfriend you should try and suck it in. "

" My parents were strict, but it was the world I lived in. I had no idea there was a world outside. "

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" People talk about bullying, but you can be your own bully in some ways. You can be the person who is standing in the way of your success, and that was the case for me. "

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