Australian singer Jessica Mauboy has opened up about her iconic kookaburra call, her memorable appearance on The Ellen DeGeneres Show, and tackled 10 chaotic questions in a candid new interview.
The Kookaburra Call That Went Viral
Mauboy, 35, revealed that her ability to mimic a kookaburra's call is a party trick she developed as a child growing up in Darwin. 'I used to do it to annoy my siblings,' she said. The skill later became a viral sensation when she performed it on The Voice Australia in 2023, racking up millions of views online. 'I never thought a bird call would become such a big part of my career, but here we are,' she added with a laugh.
Meeting Ellen DeGeneres
The singer also reflected on her 2014 appearance on The Ellen DeGeneres Show, where she performed her hit 'Never Be the Same'. 'Ellen was so warm and welcoming,' Mauboy recalled. 'She made me feel like I was just chatting with a friend.' The performance helped introduce Mauboy to a global audience, leading to increased streaming numbers and international tour offers.
10 Chaotic Questions
In a rapid-fire segment, Mauboy answered 10 random questions, ranging from her favorite pizza topping (pineapple, controversially) to her dream duet partner (Beyoncé). She also admitted to being a 'secret nerd' who loves watching documentaries about space. 'I could talk about black holes for hours,' she confessed.
New Music and Future Plans
Mauboy is currently working on her sixth studio album, which she describes as her most personal yet. 'It's about embracing all the chaotic parts of life,' she said. The album is expected to drop later this year, with a national tour to follow. Fans can expect a mix of pop, R&B, and a few surprises—including possibly a kookaburra-inspired track.
