I'm not a complicated person.

I sung from an early age and I was always given nice parts in school musicals, but I definitely wasn't the golden girl. I didn't have the guts. You've got to have a real confidence in yourself to be like: "I'm gonna be a singer and write songs." I never thought it would go anywhere because it's so unattainable to be a singer.

Dance music has pushed its way into the mainstream. Which is good for me.

If you're from South London you feel like you're always trying to win people over, so perhaps that underdog passion comes through.

I don't think too far ahead because I want to appreciate what's happening now.

I like how strong Sade is and how she doesn't give away too much.

I guess I'm a real fan of older music, and that's what shaped my taste and the way I sing.