Natalie Imbruglia, the Australian singer known for her global hit 'Torn,' has opened up about her struggles with ADHD, forgetting lyrics on stage, and her fear of tinned spaghetti in a candid interview. The 51-year-old, who releases her seventh studio album 'Algorithm' on 4 September, also discussed her life as a single parent and her move to Oxfordshire.
Fears and Admiration
Imbruglia revealed her greatest fear: 'As an Italian, tinned spaghetti. As a child, I was once served it at someone's house. It was quite frightening.' She also named Alanis Morissette as the living person she most admires, citing her influence and vocal advocacy for mental health.
Embarrassing Moments and ADHD
When asked about her most embarrassing moment, Imbruglia admitted: 'Forgetting the words to my own songs on stage. I'm a very good mumbler of my own songs. You'd be surprised how few people notice – if you smile and do it confidently, they're none the wiser.' She also revealed she has ADHD, which contributes to her chronic lateness. 'Even if I get up three hours before, I somehow manage to procrastinate,' she said.
Life as a Single Parent
Imbruglia, who lives in Oxfordshire with her son, said scheduling keeps her up at night: 'I worry a lot about how to juggle being a single parent and working.' Her ideal superpower would be to clone herself so she could both work and be with her son.
Personal Traits and Guilty Pleasures
She described herself as 'feisty, vulnerable and fun,' and listed her guiltiest pleasure as junk food, including Haribos and Wotsits. When asked about her celebrity crush, she declined to name anyone: 'I would never tell you in a million years.'
Career and Reflections
Reflecting on her career, Imbruglia said she wanted to be a hairdresser during the week and a star on weekends while growing up. She noted that her parents gave her tenacity by supporting her just enough. The most important lesson life has taught her is to 'be true to yourself.'
Imbruglia's new album 'Algorithm' is set for release on 4 September, marking her seventh studio album since her debut 'Left of the Middle' in 1997.
