ICloud confused question

How do I create a new iCloud account on my iPhone?  I have an account on my phone already, but I do not know my password and want to use an e mail account address that I have.  (if it makes a difference, I just upgraded to an iPhone 5s from an iPhone 4)

Hello, wjgia5. 
Thank you for visiting Apple Support Communities.
I would recommend reaching out to us via the link below to assist you with resetting your iCloud password.  Once this is done you can change your the email address that is associated with your iCloud account as outlined in the second article below. 
Apple ID: Contacting Apple for help with Apple ID account security
http://support.apple.com/kb/HT5699
Apple ID: Changing your Apple ID
http://support.apple.com/kb/ht5621
Cheers,
Jason H.

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