Dad is my best mate and I can tell Mum absolutely anything. I really appreciate Mum and Dad. Why are we so close? Young parents, I think. The rock business keeps their minds young.

Careers don't seem to be built up in the same way as they were in the 80s.

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?

You need a bit more to be a pop star than just a good voice.

My father has taught me all the tricks of the boys at an early age, which has made me very careful.

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