Beyonce More Powerful Than Ever in 2013

Beyonce Knowles looks stunning in the February issue of GQ Magazine and talked about her influence, classic image and woman empowerment, according to a MTV news report.

The R&B singer has kicked started 2013 by celebrating first birthday of daughter Blue Ivy Carter and preparing for the much awaited Super Bowl XLVII halftime show at the Superdome in New Orleans on Feb. 3. During the interview with GQ Magazine, the star opened up about her music career, influence and the sacrifices which took her a long way.

On how it all started:

"When I was writing the Destiny's Child songs, it was a big thing to be that young and taking control. And the label at the time didn't know that we were going to be that successful, so they gave us all control. And I got used to it. It is my goal in life to be that example."

On sacrifices she made for music:

"I worked so hard during my childhood to meet this goal: By the time I was 30 years old, I could do what I want. I've reached that. I feel very fortunate to be in that position. But I've sacrificed a lot of things, and I've worked harder than probably anyone I know, at least in the music industry. So I just have to remind myself that I deserve it."

On her passion for work:

"You know how they sit down and watch whoever they're going to play and study themselves? That's how I treat this. I watch my performances, and I wish I could just enjoy them, but I see the light that was late. I see, 'Oh God, that hair did not work.' Or 'I should never do that again.' I try to perfect myself. I want to grow, and I'm always eager for new information."

On acceptance of her powerful image:

"I now know that, yes, I am powerful. I'm more powerful than my mind can even digest and understand."

Beyonce recently announced the release of Destiny's Child new album reuniting with Kelly Rowland and Michelle Williams, "Love Songs" features a new song "Nuclear". The album is due to release Jan. 29.

The February issue of "GQ" magazine will hit newsstands Jan. 22.