Quotes from A. J. McLean

Thinking back on it, I've been in this business since I was 3, and I grew up in musical theater, so I was raised and surrounded by gay men and gay women. I was hardly around anyone straight.

Our fans want us to be happy and if that means being married or having a girlfriend, they are okay with that. Of course, in this industry it is a bit harder to have normal relationships, but it is possible.

Love for me is innocence, honesty, compassion, trust, loyalty, a gentle summer breeze, sunshine, a great cuddle.

I know for sure that my daughter and wife love me.

There is nothing like the love or a child.

I grew up in musical theatre and love to perform on stage.

What inspires me is my daughter because I want to set a good example for her, as does my wife.

I have always wanted to branch off and become a fashion guru. I want to share my artistic views with the world.

I, personally, am trying to get more and more involved with the gay and lesbian movement, very much so.

I look good. I feel good and not to sound conceited I sound great.

Skulls are what people dont know to be good luck, they ward off bad.

I'm the type of guy who likes to be there 24-7. I'm Mr. Roses.

I don't like it when people don't look me dead in the eye. I move my head around trying to catch their eye.

I'm the kind of guy who grew up listening to Three Dog Night and Lynyrd Skynyrd.

We didn't realize there were that many boy bands until we started touring in Europe. I don't think we were ever affected by it since a lot of the groups in Europe didn't really sing live, but we did and would perform a cappella as well.

I am already experiencing something better than being a pop star and that's being a father. It's the best job in the world. A lot of work, but a lot of fun.

I'm the complete opposite of every clean cut, decent-looking guy you could ever think of. Yet, I have the biggest heart in the world.

I accept emotional pain, walk through it, and then come through the other side.

Vulnerability and me go hand and hand now. I try to put myself first so that I can take care of my family so I try not to fight vulnerability as much now.

I've worn a dress at my wedding. I've worn 6-inch Louboutins. I've got no fear and no shame.