(Cover) - EN Showbiz - Nicole Scherzinger is inspired by Destinys Child, so tries to live her life according to their lyrics.

The singer is dating Formula One ace Lewis Hamilton, but finds it annoying when people dont pay much attention to her achievements. Although shes happy in her relationship, first and foremost Nicole wants to be able to look after herself. She loves the Destinys Child track Independent Women for this reason, as she thinks it sends out a good message to young girls.

You have to be independent when youre in this industry. You have to stand up for what you believe in, what you want and who you are. Im very much like, [sings] All the women, independent, throw your hands upshe laughed.

Destinys Child featured Beyonc Knowles, Kelly Rowland and Michelle Williams and were renowned for their blend of feisty pop and feminist lyrics.

Nicole knows many make presumptions about her because shes dating a sports star. It does bother her, especially as shes worked so hard to achieve her life goals.

It has definitely been a long journey. Im grateful because I have the perseverance and resilience thats got me here today. I show up and I put the work into it, she told the UK edition of Glamour magazine.

Im my own independent woman. I take pride in coming from humble beginnings and taking care [financially] of my whole family. (C) Cover Media