Like many in her craft, and even for many outside of it, GAYLE uses music as a coping mechanism. Though she may only be 17, the fresh new artist recently revealed she's already experienced and learned a few important lessons about friendship and love, which upon reflection have inspired a hit song or two.
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While speaking to ABC Audio about her new EP a study of the human experience volume one, GAYLE made sure to explain that despite the raw language and themes in tracks like "sleeping with my friends," "ur just horny" and “e-z,” she’s Gen Z and being explosively expressive with her feelings is just how it is. Basically saying sorry, not sorry, and rightfully so.
”[In the past], people never talked about their problems, even like, depression, anxiety and mental health, and just, like, the world around us," the "abcdefu" singer told ABC Audio. "And so when Gen Z specifically gets fed up with it, we can say more shocking things just to get people to pay attention -- which seems so, like, shocking and daring to people.”
Adding,, "It's like, 'No, these things have been happening for years! We just have to say such jarring things...either to get people's attention on it or to acknowledge it.”
GAYLE, who’s latest single “luv starved” just dropped, said that for her, “the easiest way... to process all of my emotions... when I'm just growing up and trying to figure out my life is [to] just write about it, 'cause it's all confusing and overwhelming.”
Just as the use of writing and music can be used by all. Audacy’s I’m Listening initiative aims to encourage those who are dealing with mental health issues to understand they are not alone. If you or anyone you know is struggling with depression or anxiety, know that someone is always there. Additionally, the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline is available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week at 1-800-273-8255.