Chart conquering daughter of Wales, Duffy, has said that troubled music stars like Amy Winehouse, Pete Doherty and Britney Spears can have a positive effect on others.

The singer believes that despite their personal woes, the fact that these people have a vulnerability can make people feel grounded.

She said: “In a really weird way, I think those kind of people show others it’s all right to be human – for all their faults.”

In the interview with Clash Magazine, Duffy continued that there is no chance of her following similar, drug-addled avenues.

“I’ve made a lot of mistakes in my life, so don’t say I’m some kind of clean-slate, virginal angel. But I’ve not got any issues right now, which is good,” she said.

Speaking about her escalation to the top, she added: “It was a slow process but as soon as the doors were open it went mental.

“I mean, I get chased by people on motorbikes and things. It’s not something that anyone can really prepare you for.”

(by Scott Colothan)