During an Idol taping, Lionel Richie said there was "the soul of an old black woman living inside her".
Her 2013 album,Prairie Winds was recorded, mixed and mastered in Madrid, Spain in two weeks.
[2] On the second season of Canadian Idol, Sokyrka was known for scatting during her songs, the grace she showed during the judges' critiques, and her friendly personality.
A memorable comment made about Sokyrka came from judge Jake Gold; he said "Your future is so bright, I've got to wear shades" as he put on his sunglasses.
The duet they performed during the finale, "True Colors", was arguably one of the most touching moments in Canadian Idol history.