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Are there any artists who you would love to collaborate with in particular?
YES! Paolo Nutini, Andre 3000, Annie Lennox, Laura Mvula and Kwabs.
Would you ever consider doing a meet and greet at your shows?
I used to do a lot but I found that it made me very tired and sometimes I even got sick cause they can last for hours.
Do you ever stalk your fans instagrams? I like to imagine you do.
YES I look at my fans instagrams and comments all the time.
What inspired your tattoos?
My name means dove in Spanish and they are all doves.
Who are your favourite contemporaries at the moment?
Laura Mvula, Kwabs, Paolo Nutini, Janelle Monae, Lana Del Rey, Lianne Le Havas.
At what age did you write your first song and when/where did you first perform?
I was about 18 when I wrote my first song and I was 14 when I did my first performance in Sadlers Wells in London!
Would you ever write an autobiography?
I would love to write an autobiography, I have so many stories to tell. But I'm waiting till the right offer comes.
If you could spend a day as any person or animal in the universe, real or fictional what would you choose?
I would be a flying unicorn - very peaceful and mystical.
What's your favourite meal to cook?
I love to cook paella.
Are you going to be a UK Tour soon? As I missed you last time and have always wanted to see you on tour.
I am announcing a UK Tour on MONDAY!!! (3rd March)
Do you have a motto you live by and if so what is it and why?
"It's never the end of the world!"
Apart from Candi Staton, who else influenced you when writing 'A Perfect Contradiction'?
I was influenced by Prince, Parliament Funkadelic, Chaka Khan, Sisters Love, Raphael Saadiq, The Staples Singers.
What was the last music you bought/downloaded?
New @KwabsMusic EP and Jake Bugg Shangri- La.
What subjects were you best at in school?
I loved art, design, dance, english, drama and music at school.
Who are your favourite stand up comics?
I love Louis CK, Mickey Flannagan, Ricky Gervais, Stuart Lee, George Carlin.
What is your favourite song on your new CD?
I think it's 'Mouth to Mouth' which I wrote with Raphael Saadiq. Can't wait for you to hear it.
Who are your favourite rap/hip-hop artists?
OutKast, Arrested Development, Common, The Roots, Mos Def.
Any plans to do a US tour in the future?
I really want to come to the USA but my USA label haven't given me a release date yet. I AM SO READY!
What's your favourite high street shop?
I love H&M.
Was FAME your ultimate goal?
Fame was never a goal it was always a consequence.
What book are you reading at the moment?
Just about to start Hanif Kureishi - The Last word.
Favourite ice cream flavour?
Pistachio is my favourite flavour ice cream.
What have been the favourite places you've visited in the world?
Cuba, The Maldives and Southern Italy.
What is your biggest fear and why?
My biggest fear is suffering.
If one song had to be played every time you entered a room, what would it be?
Ain't no stoppin' us now! We're on the move! hahaha.
What is the most memorable moment you have had during your career?
Being invited to hang out with Prince after his show.
Favourite film at the moment?
The Great Beauty by Paolo Sorrentino.
To what extent is the new album based on reality and how much is just a fantasy?
I never write about fantasy. I always write about the truth, even if I lie about it!
What's your favourite cartoon show?
I love Family Guy.
Do you ever get nervous before you go onstage?
Yes about 3 minutes before!
Would you ever try stand up comedy? I think you could do it.
I don't think I would be funny if people expected me to be.
What's the best and worst part of being famous?
BEST PART - People being nicer to you because it makes life easier - though I think they should do it anyway. WORST - never being able to hide if you have a bad day.
Favourite decade?
The 50's!
Where in the world would you most like to go?
I would like to go and visit all my big fan bases in the rest of world like South America, Holland, Austria, Australia etc etc.
If you could have dinner with anyone dead or alive who would it be?
I would like to have dinner with Milan Kundera I think he is the most insightful writer.
What was it like to work with Pharrell?
Pharrell is a wonderful man and very humble. He's also VERY busy so it was an honour to spend time with him.
Would you ever collaborate on a dance record with someone like Calvin Harris?
Never say never!!!!!
Hey Paloma, fashion student here and wanted your opinion on the trend of men in running shoes. What do you think about it?
I really am not keen on running shoes to be honest but EVERYONE wears them! You can't escape.
What made you smile the most recently?
Shooting my new film for A Perfect Contradiction!
Have you ever span so fast on a tea cup ride that you've gone back in time to Victorian England?
Every time I go on a tea cup ride that happens to me so weird. I thought I was the only one.
Could you always sing well or was it learnt?
I learnt how to improve my voice by practising hard and I am still learning now.
Who is your favourite actor?
The late Philip Seymour Hoffman.
Are there any 'special-edition' copies of 'A Perfect Contradiction' with your autograph?
There are signed vinyls available on the pre-order bit on my website of A Perfect Contradiction.
Would you ever be a dancer again?
No dance made me get body dysmorphia! It was hard for me psychologically.
Do you know how cool you are? I want to be as fab as you! Just saying.
I generally don't feel very cool at all!
What is your favourite talk show that you've been on?
I really enjoyed being on Graham Norton the other night with Bill Murray & Matt Damon said it was his favourite too!
Favourite song you've ever recorded?
I'm really proud of 'Only Love Can Hurt Like This' by Diane Warren on the new album A Perfect Contradiction.
What was your biggest dream when you were a child?
When I was a child I wanted to live in a surrealist world with animals and I think I still do.
When will tour dates be released for this year?
I'm announcing some live dates in the UK on Monday (3rd March) .
Do you still take the tube/catch the bus?
I do still catch the tube and the bus but not if I have just been on TV because sometimes I feel shy of attention.
Why did you release 'Can't Rely on You' out of all your songs on your album?
Can't Rely on You felt fun and fresh and new and I love change and growth.
What song would play at your wedding?
Not sure if I want marriage I think it might ruin relationships! I'm scared. I want something that lasts.
Do you get nervous while performing live?
Not often but at the Burberry show recently I was because I knew the world was watching so I nearly died of an aneurysm.
Favourite pop star?
Grace Jones, Lady Gaga, Beyonce and Madonna are all VERY good at being pop stars.
Can you please tell me why you're actual speaking voice is so perfect?
My speaking voice irritates people but I can't help it! It's just what comes out.
Noel Fielding yes or no?
Always YES.
What advice would you give to people growing up?
Don't try to fit in it's a waste of time. Just be you and someone will love you I promise.
Ribs or Veggie Fajitas?
Haha Ribs!
Who are you most inspired by?
Malala Yousafzai who stood up against the taliban for her right to an education she is a real inspiration.
Do you love yourself? I think you're amazing.
Some days I think I am not bad and other days I really dislike myself! I think it's normal.
If someone asked you to give them a random piece of advice what would you say?
Think about what you are worried about and ask yourself if you will be worried about it in 5 years. If not then STOP.
Thanks to everyone who tweeted me for #AskPaloma I am so grateful for all your continued support. Now I am off to have dins. Love #ICANRELYONYOU
Paloma.
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