Camila Cabello Opens Up About Album Reception, Internet, Risk Taking And More In New Interview
Camila Cabello graces the cover of Nylon Magazine’s latest issue, where she opens up about the reception of her fourth studio album, C,XOXO, tackling internet criticism, and staying true to her artistic vision.
Introducing NYLON's December cover star, @Camila_Cabello Read the full story now: https://t.co/blO5kLRkOc pic.twitter.com/pReLf3ZO5D— NYLON (@NylonMag) December 2, 2024
Cabello’s C,XOXO marks a significant departure from her previous work, featuring a fresh aesthetic, blonde locks, and a sound deeply rooted in her Miami heritage while exploring hyperpop elements. With this transformation, however, came scrutiny. In her candid Nylon interview, Cabello shared how challenging the album cycle was, particularly the doubts about her authenticity.
“This was a hard album cycle for me. It was really challenging from an audience point of view. I wrote this whole album, and people are questioning my authenticity. It’s kind of like a trippy thing. Like, this came from my gut,” Cabello admitted to Nylon.
Upon its release, C,XOXO drew comparisons to Charli XCX, one of Cabello’s friends and collaborators, especially for the hyperpop vibes of the lead single, “I LUV IT.” While flattered, Cabello expressed frustration at the reductive comparisons, pointing out the album’s depth.
“She’s one of my favorite artists, you know? but there’s more to the album “‘Twentysomethings’ is literally a guitar song about being broken up with in New York. I can tell that people saying this weren’t even listening to the music. They didn’t do the reading. They didn’t do the listening,” The singer stated.
Despite the polarizing reactions, the “shameless” singer finds beauty in the challenges, describing the experience as invigorating.
“My favorite albums are kind of polarizing. Not all people understand it, but the people that love it? Really love it. Even when I felt misunderstood, it felt like people were more passionate about my music than they have been in a while. And that’s cool. I feel like that’s what my favorite artist is,” she explained.
The pop star has now shifted her focus to personal satisfaction with her music rather than external validation, declaring that she’s done justifying herself.
“No matter how much you say, I feel like some people are committed to misunderstanding you,” she says. “I kind of made my peace with that. I’m just like, ‘OK, your loss. Your loss,” she concluded.
hang it in the louvre pic.twitter.com/WCIA2qFzBA— (@zinebcab) December 2, 2024
Camila cabello for Nylon pic.twitter.com/rIYJFAploe— elisa (@bpcabello) December 2, 2024
Fans celebrated the Nylon cover on social media, praising Cabello’s confidence and artistry.
You can read the full interview here.
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