Quotes from Kirstin Maldonado

Moving to L.A. and making albums was an exciting outlet, but I always thought I'd be slumming it job to job in N.Y.C. with hopes of being on Broadway!

I've listened to a lot of different styles of music growing up, and they've all influenced me at different times in my life.

I feel like it has been a journey throughout the years to be accepting of my culture - I always felt different and not as accepting of it.

People aren't always going to approve or like what you have to say. But as long as you believe in it and are happy, that's all that matters.

I guess, just being in a group, I had never thought to question my individual artistry.

I've always loved lyrics, so I used to listen to Sara Bareilles - more folky, singer-songwritery people.