THE GOODS

Hot on the heels of her new album and upcoming tour, we take a look back at our exclusive photo shoot and interview with sexy songstress, and former MAXIM HOT 100 winner, DELTA GOODREM as she discusses her music, work ethic and facing adversity, with a special message to you the reader...

- SANTI PINTADO

You look absolutely beautiful in this MAXIM shoot — when do you feel sexy?

I feel sexiest and happiest after I have worked hard for a goal and achieved what I set out to do. There is a confidence when you see your dreams come to fruition and that’s when I am feeling my best inside and out.

What would people be most surprised to know about you?

I work extremely hard. All that we create and put out only comes together with a tremendous amount of hard work. I also think that I am more playful than people realise but also more straight shooting than you may expect. I started in acting and music when I was very young and since I was with adults all the time, people automatically thought I was shy and as a teenager I think people thought I was serious. I am a serious artist, but I like to have a good laugh along the way.

What’s your best asset?

I think my best asset is my capacity to care and feel empathy and kindness. Beauty starts from within and I am grateful that my parents raised me to be deeply caring and compassionate for other people.

Here at MAXIM the word “hot” encapsulates so many meanings — from being inspirational to talented to physical appearance. What’s your secret to maintaining your hotness?