Real talent will get through whatever the obstacles.

My parents have a wonderful marriage, for many years. But I can't commit myself for such a long time.

I do know what my family has done for me, but they do need to give me some space to let me be myself. There would be some things I would handle differently.

I still tune in to the radio and listen to pop music and enjoy it as much as I ever have.

Sex does not exist for me at all. I haven't had a boyfriend for a long time. There were only three or four in my life up until now anyway.

My whole career was launched in such sort of poptastic style with 'Kids In America', and I liked - and like - being poptastic. Songs big on melody, high on energy, lots of attitude... what's wrong with that?

My life is so full of surprises, nothing surprises me any more.