Christine Anu, a prominent figure in 1990s Australian pop music, recently made a notable return with a distinct new look and a performance on Triple J radio's "Like A Version" segment. Anu, known for her hits "Island Home" and "Party," appeared with her hair dyed pale blue and sporting a graphic rock shirt, presenting a departure from her earlier image.
The 56-year-old artist covered "Lil' Obsession" by fellow Australian singer-songwriter Boy Soda. Anu expressed her long-held desire to participate in the "Like A Version" series, stating she had been "waiting my whole life" for the opportunity. She explained her selection of a hip-hop track by noting her lifelong appreciation for R&B, soul, and hip-hop genres and observing their significant growth over her career.
Anu, who was nominated for 17 ARIA Awards, has maintained a less public profile in recent years. She did, however, attend the APRA Awards in Sydney in April. In previous interviews, Anu has also discussed her significant weight loss of 46 kilograms. She attributed this transformation to addressing emotional eating, embracing self-love, and adopting healthier habits, including gentle exercise and dietary changes. She previously shared with Woman's Day that a "diet of self-love" was key to her journey, alongside meditation, dancing, walking, and yoga. Anu had reached over 100 kilograms following her divorce from Simon Deutrom, which she cited as a period of emotional distress and loss of self-control, leading to irregular eating habits.