Kim Wilde

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

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

My tears of love are a waste of time if I turn away.

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

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.

Real talent will get through whatever the obstacles.

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.

I got to show off in front of my husband, who married me as I was stepping out of the business, so he had no idea that I could strut my stuff on the stage.

The record company really pissed me off when they told me to lose weight. I couldn't be bothered with looking a certain way. So I left the business. I don't regret it.

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

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 want to conquer the world and it seems like my own family is putting a stop to that.