I'm someone who has always been quite clear about what I like. In the studio, I'm not a control freak but I know what I want.

But I don't like working on lyrics publicly in the studio - I prefer to take them away and work on them in my bedroom.

Like my mum, I sometimes buy things I shouldn't and fill my house with rubbish.

I don't think writing or co-writing my songs makes me a better singer, but I haven't really got an excuse not to do it as I've got too many opinions!

My parents are good role models because they've worked hard and gave me a happy childhood.

I used to be hung up on my figure, but it's a waste of time. I don't believe in diets. Have four pints one night, be healthy the next.

When I first started out, I got criticism for the way I looked. I think, now, it's a good thing because, why would you want to look like everyone else?