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

I dress in a sophisticated and classy way - I always dress in a way I know my mother wouldn't be embarrassed to see.

A female vocal can lift a song.

Good music shouldn't have a shelf life.

I am just trying to keep it real.

I can't eat before I go onstage because I've learnt that burping on stage isn't a good thing. It's all about acid reflux.

I did my dissertation on Kafka.

I don't know if fame will come.

I don't know if I should say this, but I feel more like a singer than an artist.

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

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

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

I love Barbra Streisand and Sade who've both had careers in soul and I want my music to have that timeless quality that isn't necessarily now.

I love dancing!

I want to be as feminine and classic as possible.

I would like to think I am feminist in some sorts.

I'm not a complicated person.

Ice cream is my comfort food.

If I make a song where I'm happy, I sound completely mad - I think my voice is better-suited for sadder songs.

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