What does the cryptic crossword clue "Capital’s sweetheart, old Scottish singer (8)" mean?

The definition is "singer". The wordplay uses a charade (building blocks). HON (synonym of "sweetheart,") + O (synonym of "old") + LULU (synonym of "Scottish singer"); definition: "Capital's" The answer is HONOLULU.

Capital’s sweetheart, old Scottish singer (8)

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