Andy Hughes, most female solo artists are lookers, their looks initially prioritised over talent because it makes them easily marketable. What they lack in ability and vocals gets worked on, not just by coaches but more by technology (making their recording sound better), carefully chosen songs, and making the most of their sex appeal in clothing, choreography, performance, videos etc. If Kylie was an ordinary looking chubster, she’d never have become a successful actress let alone pop star given the very limited talent and voice she has