November 26th 2024.
Fleur East, the talented musician and former X Factor contestant, recently opened up about the reason behind her lack of new music releases. It all goes back to 10 years ago when she wowed audiences with her powerhouse performance of "Uptown Funk" on the popular singing competition. Little did she know that her rendition of the yet-to-be-released hit by Mark Ronson would force him to rush its release with Bruno Mars. This catapulted Fleur into the spotlight and seemed to solidify her career as a musician.
However, after finishing as the runner-up on the show, Fleur decided to explore other opportunities. She appeared on reality shows like I'm A Celebrity... Get Me Out of Here and Strictly Come Dancing, allowing the public to get to know her beyond her incredible vocal range. With her magnetic personality, she also became a presenter. This shift in focus meant that her music took a backseat, with her last album "Fearless" coming out almost five years ago.
But make no mistake, music is still Fleur's first and foremost love. When asked about the reason for the delay in new music, she simply stated that it all comes down to time. She's currently juggling various roles, including hosting her own radio show and presenting the popular Strictly spin-off, "It Takes Two". With her busy schedule, she's only able to occasionally perform gigs, leaving little room for recording new music.
Speaking of her role on "It Takes Two", Fleur shares that she felt immense pressure to fill the shoes of Rylan, who stepped down after four years. But with some sage advice from him, she's been able to find her own footing on the show - just be unapologetically herself. And it's clear that it's working, with her experience as a contestant on Strictly in 2022 giving her a unique perspective as she talks to the current celebrities on the couch.
But with millions of viewers tuning in every week, Fleur understands the intense pressure that comes with being on Strictly. She reminds us that, at the end of the day, it's just a dance show meant to bring joy to our Saturday nights. She also shares that she wouldn't mind being a judge on a singing competition, given her experience as a contestant herself. But when it comes to shows like The Masked Singer, she's not so sure - her voice might give her away too easily.
Becoming a mother has also changed Fleur's outlook on work. She shares that some people had doubts about her career in entertainment after having a child, but that has only fueled her motivation to succeed. She's now more focused and driven than ever, juggling her various roles while also co-founding a beauty brand with her sister.
Speaking of her latest gig, co-hosting The National Lottery's Big Bash with Vernon Kay, Fleur expresses her excitement and honor at being asked to do so. The event promises to be a star-studded night of music and entertainment, with performances by the likes of Craig David and Cirque du Soleil's Corteo. Fleur is especially excited to honor remarkable people, causes, and moments that have united us all in 2024.
Through all her experiences, Fleur has come to understand the importance of being true to yourself and not letting the opinions of others affect you. She's grateful for the opportunity to co-host The National Lottery's Big Bash and can't wait to share the stage with the talented performers and honor those who have made a positive impact in our lives. And who knows, maybe one day we'll see Fleur as a judge on a singing competition, or even back on our screens for another season of I'm A Celebrity... Get Me Out of Here. One thing's for sure, she'll continue to inspire us with her determination and passion for all that she does.
[This article has been trending online recently and has been generated with AI. Your feed is customized.]
[Generative AI is experimental.]
