Post by AfroDitee on Sept 22, 2004 23:02:49 GMT 10
Name: Ricki-Lee Coulter
Age: 18
Hometown: Gold Coast, QLD
Star sign: Scorpio
Occupation: Singer
First audition song: En Vogue, "Don't Let Go"
Listening To: Beyonce, "Dangerously In Love"
Favourite Music: R&B and old school rhythm and soul
Musical Idol: Beyonce, Stevie Wonder.
Describe how you are feeling now after finding out you have made it through to the final 12.
I’m excited, I’m happy, I am numb, I’m in disbelief, everything! Too many things to say.
What has been the reaction of your family/friends?
Everybody is so excited. My mum and dad rang me last night, saying oh my goodness, that’s so fantastic. I’ve had so many phone calls and messages; everyone has been really supportive.
What has been the most difficult part of the competition so far?
Sitting on the couches last night waiting for the results. It’s full on and crazy!
What has been the most enjoyable aspect of the competition so far?
Performing, and also getting to hang out with our group of ten. Over the week everyone became really close.
How are you adjusting to your newfound celebrity?
I haven’t really adjusted yet; it’s still not real. It hasn’t kicked in; it’s really overwhelming at the moment.
Do you have a strategy/approach for the finals series?
I’m just going to be myself, have as much fun as I can, and be focused.
What have you learnt in this competition so far?
I’ve learnt not to take anything for granted, because you never know what’s going to happen. There are so many good people in this competition, so if you set yourself up with a chance, you will be devastated. As Marcia said, you are only as good as your last performance.
First CD you ever bought?
Can’t remember. I’ve got millions. But the farthest back I can remember is either Girlfriend, East 17, Daryl Braithwaite or Rickie Lee Jones, “Horses”
What motto do you live by?
Don’t ever be too cool for school. There’s always someone better than you.
What is your favourite song to sing?
Taylor Dane, “Can’t Get Enough of your Love”<br>Beyonce, “Baby Boy
Why do you want to be Australian Idol?
So I can live my dream of performing to sell-out crowds and selling millions of records.
Tell us something about yourself that no one else knows.[/b]
My middle name is Dawn! (Keep that on the down low). My pappa named me because it took from dawn til dawn for me to be born. 36 hours to be exact.
Who was your favourite Idol from last year?
I loved Guy, Paulini and Cosima. Guy was just amazing – so individual. Everything he sang he made his own. He sang songs that aren’t the usual or obvious and gave them his own twist. Who would have expected him to sing ‘Climb Every Mountain’ or ‘Crazy In Love’ or even ‘What A Wonderful World’? Full credit to him, he deserves everything he gets and I would love to meet him one day.
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