Singer-songwriter Lizzo recently delved into her childhood memories, opening up about her past insecurities. She candidly admitted her initial struggles with playing the flute, describing it as a significant source of annoyance. Despite her early difficulties, Lizzo persevered until she mastered the instrument, a journey she found empowering.
In a conversation with the Los Angeles Times, Lizzo shared, “I grew up feeling very annoyed. It was a huge insecurity of mine. I’m the baby in the family, and I played probably the most annoying instrument to be bad at. Hearing someone be bad at the flute is a nightmare. And I was bad for at least two years.” Reflecting on her growth, Lizzo acknowledged the strength that comes from overcoming such insecurities.
Acknowledging her ongoing battle with anxiety, Lizzo expressed a sense of healing as she confronts her inner child’s struggles. She emphasized her resilience in the face of criticism, noting that she has developed a thick skin over time. Lizzo humorously remarked, “I’ve heard everything I could possibly hear about me, so nothing can bother me now. I’ve seen myself mashed up with Kamala Harris. I’ve seen me as a mannequin dummy. I’ve seen Chili’s baby back ribs slathered across my face.”
As a vocal Black woman, Lizzo acknowledged the heightened scrutiny and criticism she faces, particularly due to her race and body size. She highlighted the intersectionality of fatphobia, racism, and sexism in the criticisms directed at her. Embracing her bold personality, Lizzo defiantly stated, “I’ve always been a little too much, that’s my personality. But I’m like, ‘Am I too much or are you not enough?’ I’d rather be annoying than invisible.”
