Favorite Male Pop Artist?

Michael Jackson, Freddie Mercury, Lenny Kravitz, David Bowie.

Favorite Female Pop Artist?

Katy Perry, Pink, Christina Aguilera, Lady GaGa, Beyonce, Goldfrapp, Madonna.

Favorite Quote:

"When the power of love overcomes the love of power, the world will know peace." --Jimi Hendrix

When did you first start to sing?

When I was 10 years old.

Do you have any formal singing training?

Yes.

What other talents do you have?

Actor.

If you don't make it on American Idol, what will you do?

Keep writing and recording.

What are your personal goals in life?

To continue performing and support myself and my family while doing so.

What album would your friends be surprised you own?

Missy Elliott.

Do you have any rituals or things you do before you perform?

I do a handful of deep, slow breaths and take a hot shower.

What's your most embarrassing moment?

I don't get embarrassed! :)

What's your proudest moment?

Falling in love.

If you couldn't sing, which talent would you most like to have?

Dancer.

Who is your favorite judge and why?

Paula for her positive energy and support.

What would people be surprised to learn about you?

I'm obsessed with astrology.

Do you have any good luck charms?

Late grandfather's ring given to me by my mother.

Do you think the audition process was fair?

Yes.

What's been your favorite moment so far?

Making friends with fellow contestants.

If you could change one thing about yourself, what would it be?

Sometimes my lack of filter gets me into trouble. I have a big mouth.

How do you plan on differentiating yourself in the competition?

By being true to myself no matter what. Also, by putting on a show.

Who are your musical influences?

My parents for having so many classic records for me to discover.

If you have 24 hours to do anything you wanted, what would you do?

All expenses paid shopping spree.

Who is the person that you would most like to meet?

My grandfather who passed away shortly after I was born.

Who's been your favorite Idol thus far?

Fantasia Barrino.

If you could perform in any venue in the world, where would that be?

Paris Opera House.

What was the first concert you attended?

Paula Abdul's "Under My Spell" tour.

How has music moved you?

It enhances and balances my every mood. It's my medicine, my therapy.

What makes a great performer?

Talent and "it" factor.

How do you combat stage fright?

Deep breaths and focusing on the music.

What's been the scariest part of the Idol experience so far?

Waiting in line outside the Cow Palace in San Francisco.

What's been the most surprising part of the Idol experience so far?

How warm and supportive the other contestants have been.

If you could redo any moment in your life, what would it be and why?

I have no regrets.

If you could perform with any person or group, who would it be and why?

Nikka Costa - best live vocalist and performer I've ever seen.

What song would you LOVE to sing on AI?

"Whole Lotta Love" by Led Zeppelin.

What one moment in past AI seasons will you always remember?

Kelly Clarkson singing "Natural Woman".

How did you make the final decision to try out for AI?

My co-workers wouldn't leave me alone about it.