Lucy Hale: I'm Really Proud of Myself

Lucy Hale takes a beverage break after coming back from the gym on Wednesday afternoon (August 27) in Los Angeles.

The 25-year-old actress and country singer recently opened up about the success of her debut album.

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“I was a little surprised that people were that receptive of it,” Lucy told CMT.com. “I knew that I liked the songs and that people around me did. But to read the reviews and see all these people buying it and people supporting it and really relating to the songs, it’s exceeded my expectations.”

She added, “I already accomplished what I wanted to. Regardless of whatever else happens, it’s something I’m really proud of. I read some of the reviews and I was like, ‘Are you sure they’re talking about me? Wow! This is very nice!’ It’s nice that hard work pays off.”

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