Leona Lewis: Grammy shortlist is empowering
Leona Lewis says she has been heartened by the number of female artists nominated for next year's Grammy awards.
The British chanteuse is nominated for three gongs, including Record Of The Year for 'Bleeding Love'.
Other female nominees include homegrown talents Adele, Duffy and MIA, plus US performers Katy Perry, Madonna and Rihanna.
London girl Leona told the World Entertainment News Network (WENN): "I am so supportive of any artist but female artists in particular. It's a hard industry and so many people want the chance to live out what we are doing."
She added: "I think that we have to support each other and flourish on it. It's great that so many women are coming out and being successful - so empowering!"
The awards ceremony will be held on 8 February in Los Angeles.
Story filed: 15:10 Friday 5th December 2008 -->
