Are there any specific past Idols that you've worked with that really stuck out as gems?
I love Kelly because I could just sing anything or tell her to sing anything and she could sing it. So she was feisty, she put her personality into the songs and for the style of writing that I was doing at the time -- that rock/pop angst-y stuff. She was just perfect. And she was great to co-write with, and I had an incredible experience with her.

Are you still working with other artists even though Idol is keeping you pretty busy?
Yes, actually I haven't slept today. I just flew in. I was working with Colbie Caillat in Hawaii, so I've been up almost 48 hours now. So I'm still trying to keep it going.

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