Kylie Minogue Admits She Regrets 'Not Speaking My Mind on Certain Occasions' as She Reflects on Career

Mar. 15, 2025

Kylie Minogue in New York City in April 2024.Photo:Kristina Bumphrey/Variety via Getty

Kristina Bumphrey/Variety via Getty

IfKylie Minoguecould go back in time, there’s one thing she may have done differently.In a new interview withThe Sunday Times, the Grammy-winning “Padam Padam” singer opened up about one particular regret from her decades-long career.“You could spiral if you think too much about that,” Minogue, 56, told the outlet. “I regret not speaking my mind on certain occasions, or feeling shy or not ready or not listening to my instinct.“The pop icon added, “Shoulda, woulda, coulda. We can only keep moving forward.“Kylie Minogue in New York City in May 2024.Jamie McCarthy/GettyThe PEOPLE Puzzler crossword is here! How quickly can you solve it? Play now!It’s unclear if Minogue regrets “not speaking up” in situations she’s faced personally or regarding larger issues in the world. Throughout her career, the “Can’t Get You Out of My Head” performer has generally steered clear of politics, but she’s been a longtime advocate for the LGBTQ+ community.Speaking to GLAADfor a 2022 interview, she gave an encouraging message to her queer-identifying fans. “Keep up the noise [and] find the joy within the noise,” said the star at the time.“Try to be the best version of our true selves,” continued Minogue. “We’re changing all the time…but I think the community is strong, more than capable and I am a very proud ally.“Kylie Minogue in Los Angeles in July 2023.Matt Winkelmeyer/Getty Images for The Venetian Resort Las VegasNever miss a story — sign up forPEOPLE’s free daily newsletterto stay up-to-date on the best of what PEOPLE has to offer​​, from celebrity news to compelling human interest stories.Elsewhere in the newSunday Timesinterview, the musician admitted she doesn’t think her teenage self would’ve anticipated her career lasting this long and remaining fruitful.“If I could go back in time, I’d tell myself, ‘Trust your instinct.’ Which I still tell myself today because often there are other noises, or you’re unsure or you don’t listen to yourself,” she said.Minogue added, “Also I’d say, ‘Have fun. There’s a lot to come, there will be a lot of obstacles and if you can’t go over them you’ll find a way under them or around them. You’ll find a way.’“Kylie Minogue in Budapest in August 2024.Joseph Okpako/WireImageShe then named her biggest career achievement: “That I’ve kept going. After all this time.“Last month, Minogueannounced the Tension Tour— her first major run of North American concerts in 13 years — and declared she’s “beyond excited” in a statement.“I can’t wait to share beautiful and wild moments with fans all over the world, celebrating the Tension era and more,” she said of the tour, hitting the U.S. and Canada next spring. “It’s been an exhilarating ride so far and now, get ready for your close up because I will be calling Lights, Camera, Action … and there will be a whole lot of Padaming!”

IfKylie Minoguecould go back in time, there’s one thing she may have done differently.

In a new interview withThe Sunday Times, the Grammy-winning “Padam Padam” singer opened up about one particular regret from her decades-long career.

“You could spiral if you think too much about that,” Minogue, 56, told the outlet. “I regret not speaking my mind on certain occasions, or feeling shy or not ready or not listening to my instinct.”

The pop icon added, “Shoulda, woulda, coulda. We can only keep moving forward.”

Kylie Minogue in New York City in May 2024.Jamie McCarthy/Getty

Jamie McCarthy/Getty

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It’s unclear if Minogue regrets “not speaking up” in situations she’s faced personally or regarding larger issues in the world. Throughout her career, the “Can’t Get You Out of My Head” performer has generally steered clear of politics, but she’s been a longtime advocate for the LGBTQ+ community.

Speaking to GLAADfor a 2022 interview, she gave an encouraging message to her queer-identifying fans. “Keep up the noise [and] find the joy within the noise,” said the star at the time.

“Try to be the best version of our true selves,” continued Minogue. “We’re changing all the time…but I think the community is strong, more than capable and I am a very proud ally.”

Kylie Minogue in Los Angeles in July 2023.Matt Winkelmeyer/Getty Images for The Venetian Resort Las Vegas

Matt Winkelmeyer/Getty Images for The Venetian Resort Las Vegas

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Elsewhere in the newSunday Timesinterview, the musician admitted she doesn’t think her teenage self would’ve anticipated her career lasting this long and remaining fruitful.

“If I could go back in time, I’d tell myself, ‘Trust your instinct.’ Which I still tell myself today because often there are other noises, or you’re unsure or you don’t listen to yourself,” she said.

Minogue added, “Also I’d say, ‘Have fun. There’s a lot to come, there will be a lot of obstacles and if you can’t go over them you’ll find a way under them or around them. You’ll find a way.’”

Kylie Minogue in Budapest in August 2024.Joseph Okpako/WireImage

Joseph Okpako/WireImage

She then named her biggest career achievement: “That I’ve kept going. After all this time.”

Last month, Minogueannounced the Tension Tour— her first major run of North American concerts in 13 years — and declared she’s “beyond excited” in a statement.

“I can’t wait to share beautiful and wild moments with fans all over the world, celebrating the Tension era and more,” she said of the tour, hitting the U.S. and Canada next spring. “It’s been an exhilarating ride so far and now, get ready for your close up because I will be calling Lights, Camera, Action … and there will be a whole lot of Padaming!”

source: people.com