"I refuse to be a stereotype. I refuse to be a victim. I refuse to be a diva. I am a woman. I am a singer. I am a mother. I am a friend. I am a lover. I am a fighter. I am a survivor."

"I'm a very humble woman. I'm very grateful for everything I have. I'm very thankful for all the blessings in my life. I'm very aware that I'm just a vessel."

"I'm a very spiritual person. I believe in God."

"I've always been a fighter. I've always stood up for myself."

"My mother taught me that when you stand in the truth, you don't have to be afraid of anything."