In preparation for her upcoming retirement tour, Lulu has revealed she does not speak before midday when she has a performance. The 75-year-old Scottish pop icon is well known for her hit ‘Shout’, and despite her fame, Lulu considers maintaining vocal control a priority. She stated in an interview with BBC, “I don’t speak before 12 noon. I can understand why you think I’m lying, but no, I’m very disciplined.” Lulu believes this discipline enables her to take care of her voice before a performance, allowing her to sing and connect with her audience.
Lulu announced in February that she would be retiring from touring after 60 years in music. Her final tour, ‘Champagne For Lulu’, takes its name from Absolutely Fabulous, in which she starred. The tour will kick off in April and coincide with the 60th anniversary of ‘Shout’. The singer promises a few surprises in store for her audience, but expects to be performing her hit song ‘Boom Bang-a-Bang’.
Lulu has earned her place in music history with her win at the Eurovision Song Contest in 1969 with ‘Boom Bang-a-Bang’ and her smash hit ‘Shout’ in 1964. The Scottish singer is also recognized for her acting debut in the 1967 classic film To Sir, With Love, featuring Sidney Poitier, where she also sang the title track. Lulu sang the theme for James Bond film The Man With The Golden Gun in 1974. Despite her successful career as a singer and actress, Lulu still appreciates the loyalty of her fans.
Tickets for the ‘Champagne For Lulu’ tour are now on sale, and Lulu is looking forward to performing alongside some special friends, though she has yet to reveal any names. Lulu promises her audience an unforgettable show, and she encourages fans to embody the spirit of her hit song and shout with her
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