Kelis answered 29 questions for The Guardian and what did she tell us that we didn't already know? That she's deathly afraid of rodents, she's disappointed in Nas and she thinks she's in love.
When were you happiest?
This has been a really good year so far.
What is your greatest fear?
Rodents. It's more than a rational fear, it's a phobia. I don't even want to see them on TV.
What is your earliest memory?
My mom's red nails.
Which living person do you most admire, and why?
My mom. She has been a fashion designer and run a catering business.
What is the trait you most deplore in yourself?
I don't have any patience.
What is the trait you most deplore in others?
Being judgmental.
What is your most treasured possession?
My little munchkin, Knight, who is 10 months old.
What makes you unhappy?
Feeling that what I do is in vain.
What do you most dislike about your appearance?
I don't think in those terms.
If you could bring something extinct back to life, what would you choose?
Dinosaurs.
What is your most unappealing habit?
I click my gum.
What is your favourite book?
I have a favourite writer – Octavia Butler.
What would be your fancy dress costume of choice?
Anything with a mask or a headpiece is always exciting.
What is your guiltiest pleasure?
I save up series, and then sit there for 12 hours and watch them – I like anything from 30 Rock to The Office.
What do you owe your parents?
Gratitude and respect.
What or who is the greatest love of your life?
My son.
Who would you invite to your dream dinner party?
Jaime Pressly – I'd love to be her friend – Tina Fey and Vanessa Williams' character in Ugly Betty. Which words or phrases do you most overuse?
"OMG."
What is the worst job you've done?
I used to waitress and work in clothing stores.
What has been your biggest disappointment?
My ex-husband.
How do you relax?
Fishing and rollerblading.
What is the closest you've come to death?
I felt like I was dying when I had salmonella poisoning a few years ago.
What single thing would improve the quality of your life?
More God.
What do you consider your greatest achievement?
My baby.
What keeps you awake at night?
It used to be my baby, but he sleeps through now, so just thoughts.
What song would you like played at your funeral?
Sam Cooke, A Change Is Gonna Come.
How would you like to be remembered?
As a real woman who was comfortable in her own skin.
What is the most important lesson life has taught you?
You have to live life to the full.
Tell us a secret.
I think I'm in love.
