display
Hamburg (dpa) - Pop singer Nancy Sinatra (80) has not always found it a blessing to be the daughter of a legend.
The world-famous entertainer and actor Frank Sinatra was "a great father".
«I've seen great things by his side.
But it was clear from the start that if I went my own way, it would be hard work to make my own name, ”said the American in an interview with the German Press Agency in Hamburg.
Nancy Sinatra recorded the duet "Somethin 'Stupid" with her father (1915-1998), which became a number 1 hit in the USA and Great Britain.
Initially, however, she lacked the self-confidence for a solo career: “I was insecure and shy.
Until Lee Hazlewood came into my life.
He believed in me and gave me confidence.
I owe him my career through the songs and musicians he introduced me to and the way he picked up my voice. "
display
The song "These Boots Are Made For Walkin '" became a huge hit in 1966 and the starting shot for a number of successful duets and singles with Hazlewood.
Together with some rarities, Nancy Sinatra is now publishing her greatest songs on the “Start Walkin '1965-1976” collection.
Her father Frank Sinatra remained a huge supporter of his daughter until his death in 1998.
«He was absolutely over the moon about my first successes.
When he went on stage in the evening, he introduced himself to the audience as "Nancy's father".
That was very sweet of him, »said the singer and actress.
© dpa-infocom, dpa: 210330-99-24483 / 5
Nancy Sinatra website