Natalie Imbruglia's music catalog just got a fresh injection of adrenaline – and we're not talking about the dodgy 90s style either! The Australian-British songstress has revealed that her 1997 hit 'Torn' is getting another lease on life, thanks to the seal of approval from some of today's hottest pop stars. Artists like Olivia Rodrigo, Gracie Abrams, Camila Cabello, and Dua Lipa have been covering her iconic track, introducing it to a whole new generation of music lovers and giving Imbruglia's career a much-needed boost.
The spark that ignited this resurgence was when Olivia Rodrigo invited Imbruglia on stage during her London concert in 2022. It was a game-changer – not just for the crowd, who got to witness an unforgettable performance, but also for Imbruglia herself. "I've got a lot to thank Olivia for," she said, beaming with gratitude. "She got me onstage to sing 'Torn' and gave young people a chance to discover my music. That's priceless – the stamp of approval from these talented artists has given me a new lease on life."
Imbruglia was thrilled when Gracie Abrams and Camila Cabello brought their own unique flair to 'Torn' during their respective tours in Australia last year. And just a few months ago, British dance-pop sensation Dua Lipa wowed fans with her version of the song at her Melbourne show – cementing Imbruglia's reputation as an enduring talent.
But it wasn't just the contemporary covers that got Imbruglia buzzing. When 'Torn' featured in the sixth season of Netflix's 'The Crown', with King Charles (played by Dominic West) grooving to its catchy beat, Imbruglia couldn't believe her eyes. "I watched the scene and thought, 'Blimey! I've made it onto The Crown!'" she exclaimed.
As for Imbruglia's own performance journey, well, let's just say she's had her fair share of highs and lows. Who could forget her hilarious appearance as a panda on 'The Masked Singer' in 2022, where she covered Dua Lipa's 'Levitating'? With her tap dance background waiting to be unleashed, Imbruglia joked that being a panda gave her the chance to "live out my pop star fantasies" – and we couldn't agree more!