Vocal powerhouse Christina Aguilera has defended her decision to appear naked on the cover of her brand new album, 'Lotus'.

Speaking to reporters at the American Music Awards Nominations event earlier today (October 9), she explained that she doesn't care what the critics want to say about her curvier body shape because she's not afraid to embrace who she is:

"Have I ever been scared to take risks? I'm very comfortable with my body. I've always said, no matter what hairstyle, crazy look, make-up, i've always done [the] exciting thing. Whether people love it or hate it, at least I know I was staying true to myself."

She is also set to perform at the American Music Awards on November 18 and teased details about her impending live set: "It'll be a little bit of a medley. You'll get a feel for 'Lotus' ... 'Your Body' is only one dimension of a very multi-layered record."

Aguilera will release 'Lotus' on November 13 and added that her musical direction is different from what her older fans are used to: "There are some songs that I vocally went for, being inspired off of being a coach from 'The Voice,' to inspire the new generation of singers."

"There's a bunch of 6 year olds that weren't around [for 1999 single] 'Genie in a Bottle' so it's very interesting and fun for me to release this particular record, let them know what I'm about as an artist."