British songstress Ellie Goulding hopes to be more "adventurous" next year.

The 'Halcyon' singer has revealed her plans for 2013, and says sky-diving is on her list of things to do.

She told Billboard: "I want to be a bit more adventurous next year. I need to man up."

Goulding has a busy schedule coming up, and although it's too early to confirm a new album in 2013, the blonde star would like to keep making music in one way or another.

She explained: "Next year is going to be so much [touring], so many shows. It's just going to continue.

She added: "I'd like to do a side-project thing. I might be bringing out something next year. We'll see how much time I have."

Goulding also spoke about the success of her debut album, 'Lights' in the US this year.

She smiled: "What we'd say in the UK is mental. Just because I have written and finished my record this year, and been around the world promoting it."