The word with Pete Doherty

Babyshambles front man Pete Doherty talks to Reprezent.

When did you first know you wanted to be a musician?
When I first heard the Smiths.

Your favourite tune of all time?
Desmond Dekker, 007.

Why do you think Reprezent 87.7FM is such a great project?
It’s giving kids a chance to do what they want for a change you know, they are meeting and learning from their heroes.

What advice for success do you have to give to everyone at Reprezent 87.7FM?
Avoid criminality.

What tunes/ artists are on your ipod?
Johnny Cash, Billy Holiday, Desmond Dekker, the Chiffons.

What’s the best gig you've ever played and why?
Always the next one.

What's your fondest memory to date?
Sipping pimms with my true love.

On the road or in the studio?
Their both essential, I love doing both.

Glastonbury or Reading?
This year, Reading.

What’s the best Christmas present you've ever received?
A ring. I can’t say why.

Who is your hero?
Amy Winehouse.

Why?
I like her shoes.

Who would you most like to collaborate with (next)?
Sean Paul.

Where do you see yourself in the next 20 years?
In an airport lounge, going home.