Michael Jackson was and forever will be one of the greatest influences in music. I don’t know a single person who was not moved in some way by him. I remember him being such an inspiration to me and my family growing up. We’d always have MJ playing or be watching his videos or copying his dance move. It is a great loss to music and my prayers go out to the Jackson family. Thank you for the music Michael you will live on in our hearts forever.

Hi there,
I am on my way home to London and thought I’d update you on how things are going. I’ve been in the studio loads working with Ryan Tedder, which has been really exciting, I enjoy creating with him so much ‘cos he has lots of ideas and he’s so passionate!

I’ve also been working with a lot of talented writers and producers and I’m on a journey to find people I really connect with creatively! I’ve recorded some songs which I truly feel inspired by and I’m looking forward to sharing them.

I’ve also been having an awesome time in LA. I have been with the horses and riding loads, the other day my horse got a bit scared and head-butted me which hurt my lip and cheek pretty bad! I was in hiding for a few days waiting for the swelling to go down!

I also saw… wait for it… Michael Jackson! The other day my friend and I were shopping in Urban Outfitters (love that store!) on Melrose and as we were driving back there was a big commotion at the side of the road. People were scrambling and falling all over the place, we looked into the car that was right beside us and he got in and started signing autographs for people! That made my day, plus I got a really cute top from Urban so I was happy!

Well, I will blog again soon!

Love always
Leona-x-

Hi everybody,

As promised, here’s a longer blog. Hope you’ve had a happy New Year! I’m so excited about this year as I’m finally getting to work on my new album. I’m in the studio right now with some fantastic songwriters and producers and I’m so enjoying getting creative and experimenting with new sounds and songs!

It was also a big week last week, I performed ‘Bleeding Love’ at Clive’s pre-Grammy party and Ryan Tedder played piano. It was so nice to be invited to sing again and I also got to see Whitney Houston perform, she was brilliant and worked the crowd so well. It was an inspiring night seeing Jennifer Hudson, Kelly Clarkson and Whitney Houston singing, I had an awesome time!

I also got to attend the Grammys and I really couldn’t believe that I was actually there amongst all the influential artists of our time, I felt like I was in another world! It was such a surreal experience for me, I have always wanted to be a part of the Grammys since I was a child and I enjoyed every minute of it, and of course it was great to be nominated!

I want to take a moment to say a massive thank you to all of you taking the time to vote for me at the Brits, it’s a wonderful honour and I appreciate your support so much! A special thank you to a few people who’ve been working extra hard for me on my social networks: paultallman, kieron_1992, bleedinglove786, Adrian, crocfly, Paul&Leona, Rick Sullivan, Matthew Shuttleworth, Mat Wood, Sarah Russell, Ebony Burns, Wesley Shek, Kallum Rhule, Jane Norman, Canadian Jones, Daisy Smith, A D I D AS, -Ross’, Lucia Smith, Emiily.Bebii.Xoxo, Leona Lewis France, NARINDA - VOTE LEONA LEWIS, Vote For Leona To Win Brit Awards For Best Single, puppie, Ivan Cantu, Bernard Tabone, && iR0CKs Y0UR W0RLd, QueenCPhoenix.

I really can’t wait for you to hear my new music, you’re all in my heart!

Love always
Leona-x-