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Craig David announces in Sunrise exclusive that he will tour Australia in 2025
Craig David has announced he will tour Australia.
The beloved superstar, who rose to fame 25 years ago with his debut album, Born to Do It, will come Down Under later this year.
He just dropped his new album, Commitment, which features a collaboration with American singing sensation JoJo, In It With You.
Appearing on Sunrise on Friday, David let slip of the plans.
'(I might be coming to Australia) sooner than you think actually,' the 7 Days singer told Nat Barr and Matt Shirvington during the interview.
'I think we have a few little things on the cards.'
Barr pressed the singer, only for him to relent.
'Yeah, I am (coming to Australia). I'll give you the dates as soon as I know the exact ones. But we're coming back over, 100 per cent,' he continued.
David went on to say he will be coming this year, adding: 'I promise you it will be before Santa comes around.'
In the wide-ranging interview, David spoke about the joy of making the new music.
David said: 'It's funny because I felt like the kid in me was able to play, making this new album.
'It felt like the reason I got into music, (like) with Born To Do It, the songs that changed my life, that live in so many people's hearts.'
The singer made a comparison to the new album and Born To Do It.
'I understand the credence of what people are trying to articulate when they say 'can you give us another Born To Do It'.
'I'm like 'hey, I kind of know what you mean and I'm going to try to give you the feeling in 2025'.
'I'm really proud of this album, it just feels, wholesome.'
Elsewhere, David reflected on his rise to fame, back in 2000. He famously grew-up on a council estate, in a two-bedroom flat with his mother.
He quickly became a global, chart-topping sensation.
David said: 'The next minute, having watched so many performances on TV programs like Top of the Pops, then being able to play in certain arenas you wish you could see an artist in. The next thing, I was actually playing them.
He also reflected on the sacrifices of his mother.
'You know, my mum is everything. I think I can speak on behalf of everyone. Having a wonderful mother, who cares for you, nurtures you, goes above and beyond (is so special).
'Years later, you realise 'you gave me that 20 pounds because that thing was important to me'. Even when you didn't have it.
'She has always shown so much love. She's always been there for me in times. To just reach out and say 'Craig, I love you' and that's it.'
David, who is good friends with Delta Goodrem, reflected on Australia and their friendship.
David first visited Australia at the Rumba Festival in 2001.
'Every time I come to Australia, some of my favourite memories are made there.
'Delta and I go back so many years. I am so fond of her.
'I am so glad for her because she's gone through so much in her life.
'Now, she's found the right partner and she's enjoying this phase of her life.
'I'm just really happy for such a special woman.'
