Tinashe Recalls Being ‘The Butt of the Joke’ in Lengthy Message: ‘I Never Gave Up on Myself’
The singer recently dropped her eighth album and appreciates the love it's been getting from the media and her fans.
Tinashe, the singer who just released her eighth studio album, "Popstar," recently shared a heartfelt message on social media. In the lengthy statement, she admitted to feeling often overlooked by the industry and some fans. "This moment is a testament to never giving up on yourself," her statement began, "For years I felt misunderstood, overlooked, the butt of the joke… but I just kept going."
Despite being labeled as the butt of the joke, Tinashe never gave up on herself or her artistry. She focused on her passion for music and art, creating things she loved. The artist added that she no longer craved the validation of accolades, awards, or mainstream success as it became too painful to care. This led to a moment of validation for her, and she is grateful for everyone who stood by her through the journey. Tinashe's statement concluded with overwhelming gratitude and a hint of vulnerability.
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