Through a person doesn't grow up with a silver spoon in her mouth, they can still taste the good things in life.
When did you first start to sing?
When I was about 3 years old, a song came on the radio and I started singing and my family was shocked.
Do you have any formal singing training?
Yes.
What other talents do you have?
I played the clarinet and I like to act.
If you don't make it on American Idol, what will you do?
I will continue to sing and perform. I am not giving up on my dream and I will continue to get my education.
What are your personal goals in life?
To obtain a BA in Musical Theatre or Vocal Performance.
What album would your friends be surprised you own?
"The Open Door" by Evanescence.
Do you have any rituals or things you do before you perform?
I always pray and I drink Cranberry Apple Zinger Tea.
What's your most embarrassing moment?
When I was younger and I wanted to be an iceskater, so I used to pretend with my socks on the kitchen floor and once I fell in front of my mom.
What's your proudest moment?
When I received my Golden Ticket to Hollywood and when I was asked to sing at the Miss America Pageant this year.
If you couldn't sing, which talent would you most like to have?
I would like to be able to dance professionally.
Who is your favorite judge and why?
Paula Abdul is my favorite judge because she is such a nice person. She is also very talented and she always has something positive to say about someone.
What would people be surprised to learn about you?
I still don't have my driver's license, but I enjoy riding in the car instead of driving.
Do you have any good luck charms?
I have a cross that I have had for years.
Do you think the audition process was fair?
Yes, I think it was totally fair. I beleive everything happens for a reason and that God has a plan for everyone's life.
What's been your favorite moment so far?
When all of the judges voted for me me to be in the Top 36!
If you could change one thing about yourself, what would it be?
I would like to be taller. I'm 5'4", but I would like to be 5'7".
How do you plan on differentiating yourself in the competition?
I think my voice will set me apart from the others in this competition.
Who are your musical influences?
Christina Aguilera, Carrie Underwood, Faith Hill, Whiteny Houston and Alicia Keys.
If you have 24 hours to do anything you wanted, what would you do?
I would fly to Paris, France and see the beautiful sights, eat French food and visit the malls.
Who is the person that you would most like to meet?
Justin Timberlake.
Who's been your favorite Idol thus far?
Carrie Underwood.
If you could perform in any venue in the world, where would that be?
Madison Square Garden.
What was the first concert you attended?
I have actually never been to a concert, but I look forward to going to one, one day.
How has music moved you?
Music is the most important thing in my life and has made me so much more open to different styles and genres of singing.
What makes a great performer?
A person who has great stage presence and is entertaining.
How do you combat stage fright?
I take deep breaths and I pray for confidence.
What's been the scariest part of the Idol experience so far?
The final judgement right before I found out if I made the Top 36, I was so afraid and nervous at the same time.
What's been the most surprising part of the Idol experience so far?
Right before my Jacksonville auditions, we all had to stand out in the rain for hours before we could go inside.
If you could redo any moment in your life, what would it be and why?
I could probably redo my firstaudition in Jacksonville. I would choose a different song to audition with so the judges would have a better first impression.
If you could perform with any person or group, who would it be and why?
I would like to perform with Chris Brown. He is an amazing performaer and entertainer and he would be so much fun to perform with.
What song would you LOVE to sing on AI?
"At Last" by Etta James.
What one moment in past AI seasons will you always remember?
The final night in season one when Kelly Clarkson performed "A Moment Like This": she was so happy because she won and she could barely sing because of joy.
How did you make the final decision to try out for AI?
I made up my mind like the day before that I was going to audition. I knew was what I have always wanted to do with my life!! I am so glad I made that decision.
