In a recent interview with Weekender, the American Idol champ was asked about the music influences that inspired his self-titled album. David Cook answered, “I tried to pull from everything, not just the last year and a half. That was tough. My life has been consumed by “Idol” ever since I got on the show. I really took a minute to step back and think about everything — my family and friends, and my experiences before and after “Idol.” I wanted to put together more of a complete biography as opposed to what everybody saw on the show.” And David Cook was happy with the way his debut album turned out =)

As for the contributions he made to the album, the musician on tour shared: “To come from “Idol” and the hectic schedule that followed, to be able to co-write 10 songs on that record was huge for me. It allows me to put more emotion into the songs and to invest in them. I’m extremely happy with the record.” So, what’s next for David Cook? The hunky singer says, “We’re going to stay on the road until the wheels fall off. I’ve been able to have a lot of fun on this tour, and I’ve thoroughly enjoyed being with my band on the road. And I’m looking forward to keeping it going.”