Sophie Ellis-Bextor quotes

Sophie Ellis-Bextor is an English singer, songwriter, and model, known for her distinctive voice and dance-pop hits. Her music blends elements of disco, pop, and electronic styles, with songs like "Murder on the Dancefloor" achieving international acclaim. She continues to be a prominent figure in the music scene and is celebrated for her dynamic stage presence. Here are 85 of her quotes:

Trust your instincts: they tend to see you right. By listening to them, at least you can sleep at night.

Sophie Ellis-Bextor

Not all my shoes are designer. In terms of clothes, everything is on the same level for me. If I like it, it doesn't matter if it cost £200 or £2. I'm attracted to things rather than labels.

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I get really frustrated if people don't smile.

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I tasted huge success with my first album, and when it's happening it feels like a roller coaster you can't get off. You should be very careful about wishing for success on that scale.

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I don't think anyone doubts my motives, really. I do what I do and it's not very complicated. Of course, you might hate the music that I make, but I don't think people feel threatened by me just getting on with what I'm up to.

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I'm someone who has always been quite clear about what I like. In the studio, I'm not a control freak but I know what I want.

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Someone had my number and they started text-stalking me. I've never replied to them. It was tempting to write back, but I resisted.

Sophie Ellis-Bextor

It's funny how intimate it feels to get a text.

Sophie Ellis-Bextor

I started my music career at 18 and for a long while I let other people handle my affairs.

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I'm a sucker for sad disco pop.

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I try my hardest not to read reviews.

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I like the influence of the macabre, but I don't believe in ghosts.

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I didn't feel so great when I was a teenager, but who does?

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I'm all for consumer rights. I get very aggravated if I don't get a good service.

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It's hard to feel comfortable in your own skin when you're younger.

Sophie Ellis-Bextor

Being a chef would be too much hard work.

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I'm really interested in fashion but at the same time I find it quite competitive. Second-hand stuff leaves you more open to whatever your own personal style is rather than feeling dictated to by shops.

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In terms of influence, my style icons have been a mixture of Julie Andrews and Olivia Newton-John. When I was little I used to watch 'Grease,' 'Mary Poppins' and 'The Sound of Music' a lot. If you put all those things together you do kind of get my outfits. A slightly tarty nanny in a second-hand outfit. That is pretty much what I wear.

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I'm a little bit allergic to the whole brand thing to be honest but maybe it's just happening around me and I'm not really aware of it.

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I don't know why people think I'm polished - I often leave the house with buttons missing and ladders in my tights.

Sophie Ellis-Bextor

A career in entertainment has a lifespan, like one in sport.

Sophie Ellis-Bextor

Some people can get away with being very sexy to men and not looking like a complete cow, but I didn't think I was in a position where people knew me well enough.

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