Rick Astley
Singer, songwriter and radio presenter
When I was about 14 and got my first drum kit, I wanted to be a drummer in a band like the Police.
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A psychologist and then a diplomat.
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An obstetrician.
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Being able to communicate with people all over the world through my music.
Not yet being able to sing in a free Cuba.
I’ve only done two and loved them both – one in the band, and the other as an interpreter in customs.
Comforting, solid, unconditional, a drug.
When I feel that I am unprepared. Before a show I always have nightmares that I go out on stage naked.
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