LITTLE BOOTS has admitted she is very relieved that her debut album has done so well.
The singer said when Hands went to number five in the album charts last month, she felt she could properly focus on developing herself as a musician.
Speaking to Radio 1's Newsbeat, she said: "I feel like I can get on with doing what I love and being a good musician and performer rather that worrying about hype. And Top 5 album - I can die in peace."
And the New In Town star - real name Victoria Hesket - said she was not disappointed that the album didn't make the Mercury Music Prize shortlist.
She said: "I never really considered it. I don't think my album is really that kind of album.
"I also think Metronomy were robbed of a nomination. Their album, Nights Out, in my opinion is one of the most creative albums of the year.
"As for who I want to win, I'd go with Florence And The Machine or Bat For Lashes."