Pink remembers the tough times, as she is honoured with Hollywood star

Almost 20 years since the release of her debut album, singer Pink is worth an estimated $US110 million — but she hasn’t forgotten the tough times.

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Almost 20 years since the release of her debut album, singer Pink is worth an estimated $US 110 million.

But she wasn’t always flush with cash — earlier in her career, the singer was world-famous but “penniless”, the victim of a dodgy recording contract.

Pink with husband Carey Hart, and children Willow Sage and Jameson, on her star. Picture: AP

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Pink, 39, made the confession in an interview with America’s Variety released as she was yesterday honoured with her own star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame.

“I had been screwed, blued and tattooed by every person I came across,” she said.

“I had sold 15 million records and I was penniless. It was a lot of lessons at a really young age, but I paid attention because I don’t like to make the same mistake twice.”

Pink says she has learned a lot during her career. Picture: AP

She says all she ever wanted was to be an incredible touring artist. Picture: AFP

Pink, whose real name is Alecia Moore, was flanked by husband Carey Hart and young children Willow and Jameson as her Hollywood star was unveiled.

“I don’t give up. So when I wasn’t selling records, I was still selling out arenas. I didn’t need to win any popularity contests; I wanted to be a f**king touring artist and I wanted to be great at what I did. And at almost 40 years old, I can say I’m great at what I do.”