What can we expect from your upcoming performance in Bangkok?
I'm going to do a few up-tempo songs with two girl dancers to get the crowd going and then I'm going to take it down and do a few acoustic songs with a guitar....this is my favorite way to perform and it will be more intimate. I'm really excited to come to Bangkok as I've always wanted to go here—I hear it’s amazing!

What inspires your song writing?
Different situations and experiences I have and also what type of mood I'm in.

Do you get nervous performing on stage?
It always makes me so excited. I don't really get nervous just really happy and smiley, especially when I get to sing in front of new crowds at cool places.

How has being a successful artist changed you?
It has allowed me to live my dream, travel the world, meet lots of interesting people and keep writing and performing songs I love.

What was your reaction to being voted one of FHM’s 100 sexiest women of 2012?
This seems funny to me, but I am very grateful to all who voted!

Out of all your songs, which one is your favorite?
I love to perform a mixture of up-tempo and slow songs to get a balance, but if I had to pick my favorites it would be the ballads: "Cry Me Out," "You Win" and "We Just Go On".

With so many new artists breaking through, how do you stay original?
I think it’s important to stay true to yourself and be a genuine artist—not contrived.

What have you got planned for the coming year?
A new album that I'm so excited about!  I'm writing it at the moment and it has more of a soul/Motown feel.  I'm working really hard to make it my best yet.

Are you planning to collaborate with any artists on your new album? If not, then who would you like to partner up with?
I did so many collaborations last year and absolutely loved it but because this album is taking a different direction sonically I think it's more of a statement to not have any!  However, in the future, I would love to collaborate with a band that has a different sound to me to make it fresh, like Kings Of Leon, Coldplay or The Lumineers.