Nikki Webster is the latest musical export from Down Under. She’s got a long way to go to emulate the success of Kylie and co but she’s only 15 years old so time’s definitely on her side.

dotmusic caught up with Nikki during a recent trip to the UK and quizzed her debut single ‘Strawberry Kisses’ (out May 27) and what it’s like being such a big star at home.

Click on the link above to watch the video interview or read some of the best quotes below.

On herself:
“I’m a fun person, very happy, and I got to follow my dream. That’s why I’m here today and I want to be here for a lot longer.”

On life before pop:
“I’ve done four musicals and a few commercials but the main thing was the Sydney 2000 Olympics where I got to play the ‘hero girl’ who flew in the air in front of so many people all around the world.”

On school:
“I still go to school except when I’m away and I have a tutor. My school’s been really understanding but I still have to do a lot of school work. My friends are always messaging when I’m over here asking me if it’s cold.”

On her debut single:
“A strawberry kiss is a blow kiss. It’s a really friendly upbeat song. It reached No.2 on the charts and stayed there for eight weeks and I hope the same thing happens here.”

On her forthcoming album:
“The album’s called ‘Follow Your Heart’ and it’s mainly about friendship. It’s appropriate for someone my age to sing. I’m not 20 or something.”

On life outside music:
“I want to be an all round performer so I do acting and dancing. In Australia I’m in the Wizard of Oz.”

On her long term goals:
“My ultimate goal is to be well know all around the world. Make my fans smile when I sing.”

For the latest news on Nikki check out her official UK site

Chris Heath

Source: dotmusic.com