Debby Holiday broke into the dance scene five years ago with 2004’s celebrated summer anthem “Dive.” More dance floor hits quickly followed including the power ballad “Half A Mile Away,” “Bring It On” and last summer’s “Surrender Me.” Her latest track, “Joyful Sound,” is featured in this season’s hit Logo show “Sordid Lives: The Series” – and just hit No. 1 on the leading dance music site, Masterbeat.com.

The soultry diva took time out of her busy schedule to sit down and chat with the Gay & Lesbian Times about style, soul and being her own woman.

Gay & Lesbian Times: Do you get mistaken for the other Holiday?

Debby Holiday: You mean Jennifer? Not very often. Although with a voice like hers, I certainly wouldn’t mind if I did.

GLT: Your Dad was another famous Holiday.

DH: My dad, Jimmy Holiday, wrote so many amazing songs. The most famous, “Put A Little Love in Your Heart” is still heard in a popular butter commercial.

GLT: Did he influence your career?

DH: I got my “I don’t give a damn” attitude from him. He also taught me to never give up. He was tough. When I was young, he would pull me over to the piano and correct my vocal notes until I got them right.

GLT: So were you more of a daddy’s girl?

DH: I didn’t really grow up in much of a traditional household. I was on my own from a very young age. So, I’m gonna have to say, I am my own girl.

GLT: Debby Holiday is known for her summer anthems. Why did you decide to release Joyful Sound now?

DH: The timing was strictly based around the launch of the Del Shores series, “Sordid Lives.” “Joyful Sound” will be heard in the season finale.

GLT: Your first song, “Dive,” was featured on “Queer As Folk.” We’re noticing a trend here…

DH: Today, television plays a huge part in getting your music heard. I have a long list of people to thank for getting my music out there, from Del Shores to Andrew Briskin, and of course the DJ/Producers like Scotty K and Chris Cox. I am truly grateful to everyone who has helped me.

GLT: Of all your hits, which is your favorite and why?

DH: Easy: “Dive.” It’s where it all started.

GLT: Speaking of trends, you always look so fabulous. Who are your favorite designers?

DH: Christian Satrustegui of Rebellion Dogs blows me away. He has designed several pieces for me and has never failed to shine.

GLT: Besides music, what sound brings you the most joy?

DH: Silence can be utterly beautiful.

GLT: Where can we find you at 9 p.m. on a typical Tuesday night?

DH: In my studio working on music, or at the gym, or these days, parked in front of CNN with a glass of wine.

For more information, visit www.debbyholiday.com.