SGEmma1: Thanks, hello everyone. Ask anything you want.
AOLiveMC2: We're pleased and excited to have you with us tonight -- your cyberspace debut!
SGEmma1: I'm glad to be here, too! Thanks!
AOLiveMC2: Here's your first question, Emma:
Emma, you are my favourite Spice Girl! How did you all come together to form the group?
SGEmma1: Long story.
Question: Emma, do you ever feel cooler because you are the youngest SPICE Girl?
SGEmma1: I get looked after like a baby, so it's cool.
AOLiveMC2: That last question was from DoubtFlam, by the way. :) This one is from Angel8947:
How were YOU PERSONALLY discovered as a singer?
SGEmma1: I've been singing since I was a very young girl, and I was very interested from an early age -- and I started singing in shows when I was about 8.
AOLiveMC2: This one's from SPORTYSG:
What do you guys think of yourselves as role models?
SGEmma1: I think we aren't role models, but we do have a responsibility and enjoy giving positivity and fun!
AOLiveMC2: Here's a question from SPICEisNo:
Hi Emma, I can't wait to see you guys on David Letterman tonight. Could you tell me what song you did?
SGEmma1: "Say You'll Be There". And the video is one of my favorites, what about you?
AOLiveMC2: This next question comes from S Fedorov:
What was it like to meet Prince Charles?
SGEmma1: Very interesting -- he's just like any other normal man.
AOLiveMC2: Here's one from Angel2719:
I think you are awesome, I love your clothes! How did everyone become friends?
SGEmma1: We've known each other for quite a few years; I worked with Victoria when I was 10 in a show. And the others, we met in the music industry. Are there any cute men in the room?
AOLiveMC2: Our next question is from Rainbow62:
Why do they call you Baby Spice?
SGEmma1: Because I'm the youngest. And because I've got a cute smile. :)
AOLiveMC2: The next question comes from LLMHoang:
What are your influences in the group?
SGEmma1: I was influenced by Motown music when I was younger, but I think the world influences me a lot, especially different cultures!
AOLiveMC2: This next question comes from DObolensk:
I hear that the Spice Girls will be in a movie. Is that true?
SGEmma1: Yes it's true, we'll be coming at you soon!
AOLiveMC2: Our next question is from Wingsone:
How long did it take to learn your backflips? Do you have any advice -- I am still learning!
SGEmma1: You've got the wrong girl here. That's Melanie C -- I can't even do a crab!
AOLiveMC2: The next question comes from Cheetah0:
What are your favorite movies?
SGEmma1: "Pollyana," which is an old English film and "Toy Story". I've got Buzz, Woody, and the Little Alien.
AOLiveMC2: This one's from WIP Sports:
How can I become a Spice Girl?
SGEmma1: I'm sure you are a Spice Girl. There are girls all over the world who are spice girls... and boys!
AOLiveMC2: This question comes to us from Tha b4138:
What kind of karate do you take?
SGEmma1: Goju.
AOLiveMC2: Our next question is from Little Ho:
Can Emma really eat 100 donuts in 10 minutes?
SGEmma1: No, I can't, I wish I could. My favorite donut is Dunkin' Donuts Boston Creme. What's yours?
AOLiveMC2: This question is from Rick22:
Do you have any pets?
SGEmma1: No, I don't, but I have lots of teddies which I cuddle at night. :)
AOLiveMC2: Our next question is from SusieT27:
I want to know what your next single on the radio will be, and when you will be performing in Ohio?
SGEmma1: Our next single will be "Say You'll Be There." We'll be coming to you very soon. Hold tight!
AOLiveMC2: Here is a question from Dk diddy:
Is there a second album coming out?
SGEmma1: Yes, definitely!
AOLiveMC2: This next question is from GMorton83:
What do you guys do when you're just vegging out???
SGEmma1: I love vegging out in front of the TV, eating pizza!
AOLiveMC2: Our next question comes from JonFLYBOY:
How did you like performing on "Saturday Night Live"?
SGEmma1: It was the best. It was our first live performance, and I hope you enjoyed it.
AOLiveMC2: This next question comes to us from Ncde:
What is your favorite group besides the Spice Girls?
SGEmma1: I like lots of different music, and I've got a lot of admiration for people who are up there doing it.
AOLiveMC2: The next question is from DoRe12:
Do you enjoy singing?
SGEmma1: I love singing! I've been singing from an early age. And I've worked very hard. I hope I'm good.
AOLiveMC2: This question is from NoDoubtAE:
Have you written any of the songs? Which are your favourites?
SGEmma1: We all write all of the songs. My favourites are probably "2 Become 1" and "Mama", which is dedicated to all of the mums out there... and your mum!
AOLiveMC2: This next (long) question is from BigDog209:
What is your movie called? And I heard that you have a new video coming out -- and that you girls are going to be Barbie Dolls. Is it true? Tell me, please.
SGEmma1: Can't tell you what the movie is called, but you'll be the first to hear. There's only room for one Barbie Doll -- and that's me.
AOLiveMC2: This one is from SkooLem10:
Emma, what is your favorite American sport?
SGEmma1: I'm not a big sports fan, but I love it when they "slam dunk". That's sexy.
AOLiveMC2: Question from NClueless:
I love your clothes! Where do you buy them?
SGEmma1: I'm not into designer clothes -- the cheaper the better.
AOLiveMC2: This one's from Tari620:
How did you get your group name?
SGEmma1: It fits very well, because we're all very different -- like spices. My spice is cinnamon because it's sweet -- but has a funny after taste!
AOLiveMC2: Here's one from Murray32:
Do you have any advice for going on a first date?
SGEmma1: Don't do anything that you don't want to do. Make sure you're in total control. Wear something sweet, but sexy!
AOLiveMC2: This next question comes from Limited14:
What is your favorite Spice Girls' song?
SGEmma1: The next single is "2 Become 1" and I love it. And I hope you like it, too.
AOLiveMC2: Here's a question from VoodoDoll:
How do you feel about being one of People's "50 Most Beautiful People"?
SGEmma1: I think it's good, because we're not the most beautiful girls, and it proves you don't have to be perfect.
AOLiveMC2: This next question comes from Derrick24:
What do you think you'll be doing at 40?
SGEmma1: Fat and bloated like Elvis. Maybe. Only joking. Hopefully still singing.
AOLiveMC2: Our next question is from Peter25C:
Who coined the phrase "Girl Power"?
SGEmma1: All of us have been brought up to be very strong females -- that's what Girl Power means.
AOLiveMC2: The next question comes from The IKN:
Emma, do you have a message for your faithful UK fans?
SGEmma1: Hello to everyone at home! We'll be back soon with more Girl Power. Thanks for all of your support. We love you loads!
AOLiveMC2: This next question is from AStorry:
Do you collect Beanie Babies, Emma?
SGEmma1: We haven't got them in England, but I'm going to the shops tomorrow to collect.
AOLiveMC2: Our next question comes to us from NERFPRES:
What is the best and worst thing about being a star?
SGEmma1: Everything is the best. Even if it is negative, we turn it into positive.
AOLiveMC2: The next question is from Liz 10:
Did you go to college, or do you plan to? If you did, or if you do, or if you could, what would you major in?
SGEmma1: I went to college and achieved a diploma in Performing Arts.
AOLiveMC2: This next one's from Ronny27G:
Do you believe in fate?
SGEmma1: Definitely! Meeting the girls was definitely fate.
AOLiveMC2: Our next question comes to us from MGaver196:
I want to sing when I grow up. Can you help me? How do I get started? Are there certain things that I should know?
SGEmma1: Make sure you always stick to what you want to do. Your voice is your instrument, nobody else's.
AOLiveMC2: This one's from MILPOL164:
Where in England are you all from?
SGEmma1: We're all from all over England. Mel B is from Leeds, Mel C is from Liverpool -- and the rest of us are from London. Where are you from?
AOLiveMC2: The next question is from Ltd Kids:
Hi, Emma -- do you like shopping?
SGEmma1: Yeah, I love shopping, especially food shopping.
AOLiveMC2: Our next one's from Spicy KK:
Were you really the last to become a member of Spice Girls?
SGEmma1: Yes, I was. But as soon as I met the girls, we clicked -- and I like to think that I was the missing piece of the jigsaw puzzle.
AOLiveMC2: This question comes from PinkyUK:
When you released "Wannabe", did you know it was going to become a drunken pub classic? Someone always yells it when I go to a pub.
SGEmma1: Yeah, it's probably you the drunken one who is singing it! :)
AOLiveMC2: Question from Brownie21:
Did you get to meet Robert DeNiro on "Saturday Night Live"?
SGEmma1: Yes we did, and he is quite a sexy man. And he liked Mel B.
AOLiveMC2: This question is from Terry12:
Who is the biggest female inspiration in your life?
SGEmma1: My mum. She's a very strong woman and has achieved a lot. She has just finished a college course in reflexology and passed with a diploma. Go mum!
AOLiveMC2: Here is one from DWC4479:
What do you do for fun?
SGEmma1: I like hanging out with friends, especially the girls.
AOLiveMC2: Our next question comes from Babyfine3:
What do you look for in a relationship?
SGEmma1: Friendship, trust, and loads of big cuddles.
AOLiveMC2: Here's one from Timmy14:
What would you be doing if you weren't in the group?
SGEmma1: Probably singing "Wannabe" in my living room to my family.
AOLiveMC2: This next question is from SpiceCis:
Who do you think in Spice Girls shows the most Girl Power?
SGEmma1: I think we've all got loads of Girl Power. And for me, Girl Power is respecting yourself, as well as others.
AOLiveMC2: Our next question comes from Paulserp:
What's it feel like to have the #1 album in the U.S.?[Typical self-centred American. Nevermind the number ones everywhere else, how's about the US?]
SGEmma1: Absolutely amazing. Couldn't believe it when we were told. It just shows that people enjoy seeing positivity and fun. That's Girl Power for ya!
AOLiveMC2: This next one's from Spiceboyz:
Why are your singles released in England first, and then in the U.S. so many months later?
SGEmma1: Because the American market is such a big market. We wanted to make sure that we gave America the space it deserves and wanted to spend as much time as we could out here. And not rush things!
AOLiveMC2: Our next question comes from Spiceznice:
What were your goals when you first started out?
SGEmma1: To write a "wicked" album, and to make sure the whole group was having fun.
AOLiveMC2: The next question is from DhawanDR:
What is it like, doing videos and all?
SGEmma1: Videos are brilliant to do -- especially "Say You'll Be There". We had an excellent time in the desert. But I did get sun stroke.
AOLiveMC2: This next question comes to us from Actress98:
Who's the coolest person you've gotten to meet since you've become famous?
SGEmma1: Probably Prince Charles and the "artist formerly known as Prince". He said that I could call him friend. Pretty cool, eh?
AOLiveMC2: Our next question is from SpiceGi26:
I just wanted to know if you play any sports?
SGEmma1: I used to play netball at school. But now I don't have much time. But dancing is a sport.
AOLiveMC2: This next question comes from NCavana10:
Will Spice Girls be performing in Illinois (Chicago) soon?
SGEmma1: Will be coming at ya very soon, stay tuned!
AOLiveMC2: This one's from MtCuba:
I have a 3-year-old son, and he really likes your videos. Will you be making them available in videocassette?
SGEmma1: I'm sure we will. Give a big kiss to your 3-year-old son!
AOLiveMC2: This comment comes from a BIG fan, CRIS85:
I just want to say I listen to the CD all the time, and I'm listening to it now.
SGEmma1: Thanks. Definitely got Girl Power!
AOLiveMC2: This question is from BobnLisa:
Do you guys have a website?
SGEmma1: Yes we do, and it's been voted the best in England. You can play a game where you can slap one of the Spice Girls. If you play it, don't slap me!
AOLiveMC2: Here's one from HangTime:
Why is honesty so important to you?
SGEmma1: It's very important to me because I feel if you can't be honest with someone, there's no relationship.
AOLiveMC2: This question comes from Mate 1234:
Do you have any brothers or sisters, Emma?
SGEmma1: Yes, I do. I have a gorgeous brother called PJ, and a half-brother.
AOLiveMC2: This one's from Biddy 1057:
When is your movie going to theaters?
SGEmma1: Should be the end of the year. You'd better come see it and, while you're there, eat my favourite, popcorn with lots of butter all over it!
AOLiveMC2: Here's a question from KDUC943:
Where did you get the idea for the song "Wannabe"?
SGEmma1: It started out with us girls having a laugh. We have our own funny sayings. This song actually only took 10 minutes to write.
AOLiveMC2: This question comes from Silverbe3:
When are you gonna be on Rosie O'Donnell?
SGEmma1: Tomorrow! Tune in! Don't know what I'm wearing yet. Have you got any ideas?
AOLiveMC2: Our next question is from LeiaSkywa:
Did you ever want to quit being a Spice Girl?
SGEmma1: Never! I've been all over the world, met lots of wicked people, and I'm sharing it with my five best friends. What's better than that?
AOLiveMC2: We have time for one last question tonight.
SGEmma1: I'm not actually typing. Oh no, only one more?
AOLiveMC2: Yeah, that's all we have time for! :)
SGEmma1: I'm not typing, but I'm here! Live!
AOLiveMC2: It comes from BennynJun:
What do you think of this whole cyberspace thing? Do you enjoy interacting with your fans this way?
SGEmma1: Definitely -- and I'm going right now to buy myself a computer! So I'll speak to you in the future. Thanks to everyone! And I miss you already! Big kisses and loads of Girl Power!
AOLiveMC2: Emma Lee Bunton -- Baby Spice of Spice Girls -- thanks for joining us!
SGEmma1: Thank you!
AOLiveMC2: We had a blast!
SGEmma1: You sexy crew.
AOLiveMC2: Thanks to our audience members for asking some great questions. And thanks for coming tonight! Good night.