As you're learning your lines and the character you're playing, you're going to make mistakes but I learned more about Shug Avery. I learned my lines, but everything had to be done quickly.

I am able to stay humble because I recognize that God has truly blessed me I can't say that enough. I also understand without Him, all of this wouldn't be possible.

The Color Purple received four Tony nominations the play is highly looked at and it's a must see for everyone. I just want to carry on what Jennifer Hudson has done and help the team get to the finish line.

I had to get used to the theater atmosphere because I haven't had a role on Broadway since Aida. It was a different process from day one because I was learning my parts by myself.

I also call my family and see what's going on with them before I start my day with interviews, rehearsals, or anything else. I just want to do everything well and still be there for my husband and children. I am so grateful for my family because they are so understanding. I can't take all of the credit it's a team effort.

I just have to give credit when it's due because there are some things that took place in my life that I couldn't explain at all.

I love music I was never the type of singer to say, This is my specific genre, or I only sing R&B music. I feel like as a singer, you should be limitless and you shouldn't be stuck in a box.

Whitney Houston, one of my biggest inspirations, also had that same mindset because her songs vary from R&B, hip hop, pop, and gospel.

The beauty of Broadway is that if I'm 60 or 70 years old, if they'll accept me back, I can go back. So I think for right now I'm going to focus on the music--it's the new baby--and see how it's going to work out, and then maybe in a few years maybe I'll go back.

There are so many great artists out there it's hard to choose one. But, I would love to work with Ledisi she has a great voice. I also admire and respect John Legend. When he wrote All of Me, I fell in love with the melody and music. He is an artist that really loves music and just has a great way with words.