Jessica Mauboy answers your questions!

Jessica recently performed @ Kia Soul Live At The Chapel in Sydney to rave reviews! (See the pic above from her performance in front of the lucky few who got to attend).
 
Jess has wowed music fans and impressed critics alike with her Platinum debut album “Been Waiting”, which has delivered the #1 smash “Burn”, top 5 single “Running Back” with Flo Rida, and top 15 hit, the title track, “Been Waiting”. Her much anticipated live show, unveiled for the first time at Kia Soul Live At The Chapel, will feature all these hits plus others written by Jessica for her album, and promises a night that will showcase Jessica as one of Australia’s hottest young singers. You can catch the show on Channel 7 in August.

For more on Jessica: www.jessicamauboy.com.au

Check out Jess' clip for new single 'Because'!

1. Do you have any advice for young singers who want to try out for Idol?
Always be prepared for the unexpected and just have fun.

2. What was the inspiration for the song 'Because'?
I was a part of a relationship that just didn’t work out. It’s one of my favourite songs off the album, only because I wrote it and it’s what had happened.

3. Who is your style icon?
Jessica Alba, Beyonce and J-Lo.

4. What song do you like to sing in the shower?
“I wanna dance with somebody” by Whitney Houston.

5. Who inspires you as a performer?
Maria Carey and Beyonce.

6. Is it hard making a music video?
It depends. Sometimes the long hours and just doing re-takes gets to you.

7. What 3 items do you never leave home without?
My phone which I need a new one, sunnies (Prada!) and my wallet.

8. If they made a movie out of your life, who would play you and why?
Sandra Bullock and all the movies she’s played in, just because she’s so loveable and takes each role to another level.

9. What song always makes you happy?
“The Rhythm of the Night”.

10. Who would you love to perform with one day?
Beyonce or Justin Timberlake.