British singer Rebecca Ferguson recently shared insights into the songs that have shaped her musical journey and personal life. Reflecting candidly on her earliest musical memories, Ferguson recalled how her exposure to music was initially limited by her mother’s preference for Christian gospel. This changed when a family friend introduced her to a cassette featuring Whitney Houston and Cher. The experience, particularly hearing Houston’s "I Will Always Love You," inspired Ferguson to pursue a career in music.

Ferguson also recounted the significance of her first single purchase, "So Young" by the Corrs, which she bought from a store in Walton Village, Liverpool. Despite a limited budget as a child, she was drawn to the Corrs’ vocals after hearing them on the radio.

Discussing songs connected to social occasions, Ferguson disclosed a lighthearted party habit: singing Oasis’s "Wonderwall" off-key as a kind of impassioned party trick. She also enjoys DJing, citing "Mundian to Bach Ke" by Panjabi MC as a guaranteed crowd-pleaser when played later in the evening.

Several tracks hold a deeper emotional resonance for Ferguson. She credits "Everybody Hurts" by R.E.M. with providing solace during a difficult period in her adolescence, describing the song as a gentle encouragement to persevere despite hardship. Similarly, she reflects on her childhood fascination with the film Beaches, which led her to memorize songs like Bette Midler’s "The Glory of Love" and "Wind Beneath My Wings."

Ferguson also spoke about a transformative moment in her career: singing "A Change Is Gonna Come" by Sam Cooke at her first audition for The X Factor. After judge Simon Cowell redirected her from her initial choices, Ferguson found emotional connection in the song’s message, relating it to her own experiences and family struggles.

On lighter notes, Ferguson admitted to privately enjoying Eiffel 65’s "Blue (Da Ba Dee)" despite jokingly disliking it publicly. She suggested Beyoncé’s "Drunk in Love" as an ideal song for intimate moments. To start her day, she plays U2’s "Beautiful Day" for an uplifting boost, especially after late nights caring for her children.

When asked about music that moves her emotionally, Ferguson pointed to "Hope There’s Someone" by Antony and the Johnsons for its raw expression of pain. Looking ahead, she revealed she would prefer upbeat songs at her funeral, citing "Movin’ to the Sun" by Hugel, Ismael Angel, and Ultra Naté, though she acknowledged that contemplating such events can be morbid.

Ferguson plans to tour performing her hits over the Christmas season, from December 2 to 12, offering fans a chance to connect with her music live.