Rita Ora reveals her music influences
Following the release of her debut album ORA this week, singer and guest X Factor judge, Rita Ora revealed to Amazon.co.uk the tracks which have influenced her music, from hip hop legends through to 80s queens of pop.
No Doubt - Hella Good: "A really cool and organic jam. Gwen Stefani has been someone I’ve always looked up to. I’d love No Doubt to get back together."
Chase & Status Feat. Liam Bailey - Blind Faith: "For that euphoric feeling! I want people to feel that when they listen to my music!"
Madonna - Like a Virgin: “Just because she's the best at everything! She changed everything and has always been amazing. This is just such a classic song."
Notorious B.I.G. - Party And Bulls**t: “That's my jam! It's the best party music. I was so excited about doing my track "How We Do (Party)" and using this as the inspiration."
Jay Z - 99 Problems: “99 Problems makes me feel care free! The beats are so big on this."
Beyonce feat. Jay Z - Crazy in Love “Such an anthem, I want to make anthems! She's a music legend and a real inspiration for me and she’s given me so much great advice."
TLC - No Scrubs: “It’s got such attitude and I love that about it."
Method Man - I’ll Be There For You/You’re All I Need To Get By: “This is a love song that makes me feel like a guy has my back and we’re best friends. It was big for me when I was growing up."
Cyndi Lauper - Girls Just Want To Have Fun: "That’s the motto I live my life by!"
Rita Ora’s new album, ‘ORA’ is currently Amazon’s MP3 album of the week and is only £4.99 until Sunday 2nd September.