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Nelly Furtado Dazzles After Quitting Performances
10 Apr
Summary
- Furtado launches 'Electric Circus' after quitting due to body shaming.
- She was recently inducted into the Canadian Music Hall of Fame.
- An exhibit honoring her career runs until February 2027.

Nelly Furtado, 47, has launched her new single 'Electric Circus,' a catchy tune released on Friday. The release follows her decision to quit performing live, a move she attributed to cruel body shaming attacks. She stated this was a time to 'step away' for 'other creative and personal endeavors,' though she affirmed she would 'always be writing music.'
Recently, Furtado was honored with induction into the Canadian Music Hall of Fame during the Juno Awards. She expressed deep pride in her Canadian heritage, highlighting her work with Canadian artists. Canadian rapper Drake paid tribute, noting Furtado as a significant motivation for his own career.
A career retrospective exhibit, featuring costumes and personal items, will run at Calgary's National Music Centre until February 2027, coinciding with her Hall of Fame induction.