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Lizzo Felt Depressed Despite Hit Song Success
10 Jun
Summary
- Lizzo experienced severe depression during her first Billboard No. 1 hit.
- She felt surrounded by manipulative people and pulled in many directions.
- Despite success, she felt insecure and considered quitting music.
Despite her first Billboard No. 1 hit, "Truth Hurts," pop vocalist and rapper Lizzo experienced a significant period of depression. The four-time Grammy winner discussed on a podcast how this milestone in 2017 was overshadowed by a "really dark place." She recounted the intense promotional "grind" that included numerous club engagements and interviews.
Lizzo felt surrounded by manipulative individuals who pulled her in multiple directions, leading to exhaustion and emotional distress. Even a congratulatory cake couldn't lift her spirits, as she longed for rest. This challenging time made her feel insecure, contemplating a career change to something like working at Smoothie King.
She later recognized the impact of her success when people began treating her differently. However, the period surrounding "Truth Hurts"' release was marked by heartbreak and a profound sense of disillusionment. Lizzo also noted struggles with promotion during the recent release of her fifth studio album.
