“I was in Boots buying contact lens solution, and my mobile went off. It was Jay-Z's partner at Roc Nation asking me what I was up to. He asked if I'd been to America, and I said, 'No.' Then he said, 'I'm putting you on a flight to New York tomorrow.'”

British singer-songwriter and actress, born in Kosovo. She rose to prominence as a member of the girl group Little Mix, blending pop sensibilities with bold, self-assured lyrics. Now a solo artist, she continues to explore themes of identity, resilience, and cultural heritage through music and film.