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Willow - Transparent Soul feat. Travis Barker

Oct 20, 2021
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ANECDOTE

Willow's Childhood Friendships

  • Willow Smith experienced confusion and loneliness due to people treating her differently because of her famous parents.
  • She observed many using her for their own benefit, leading to feelings of betrayal and mistrust.
INSIGHT

Purity as a Spotless Mirror

  • Willow reflects on a quote about saintly purity acting as a spotless mirror, revealing others' inner beauty and ugliness.
  • She wanted to embody this idea despite not being there yet, blending it with grungy, angsty music.
ANECDOTE

Rock Influence from Mother

  • Willow’s mother was in a metal band, which influenced Willow's desire to pursue rock music.
  • She transitioned from traditional pop training to a fusion of learned skills and personal expression in rock.
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