Jordin Sparks loves writing her own songs.

The singer has contributed more lyrics on her latest record 'Battlefield' and says she relished the opportunity to indulge in the "therapeutic" creative process.

She said: "I had so much fun doing it. Writing is really therapeutic, I am finding out. I've always loved to write. Ever since I was in the fourth grade I've written poetry and I've loved words and language arts. Everybody else in my family thinks I'm crazy, but it was my favourite thing to do.

"It wasn't until I was a little bit older that I realised you put music to words and switch things around a little bit and you have a song. And I didn't have very much time to write on the first album. I wrote on three songs on that album and then I just hit the ground running, recording at the beginning of this year. It was so fun."

Despite not doing as much writing on her debut album, 'Sparks', the singer - who shot to fame after winning US TV talent show 'American Idol' - insists she still loves the record.

She added: "Being on 'American Idol,' you win and then you go on the tour. And it's a little low-key and the fans who voted for you want your music ... and you're trying to record and keep your voice safe on tour. But I'm really proud of the first album."