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Kesha - Eat The Acid

Oct 18, 2023
Kesha, singer and songwriter from Los Angeles, discusses her shift to more raw and vulnerable music. She talks about the distorted vocal sound in her song 'Eat the Acid' and how it was influenced by the pandemic lockdown. Kesha reflects on her life as a pop star and shares how lockdown led to self-reflection and transformative music creation. They also explore the influence of Kesha's mother on her music and discuss vulnerability in songwriting.
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Quick takeaways

  • During the COVID-19 lockdown, Kesha's introspection and exploration of spirituality led her to write the song 'Eat the Acid,' capturing the intense emotions she felt during that moment.
  • Kesha's collaborative process with producer Rick Rubin resulted in the evolution of 'Eat the Acid,' reflecting her personal growth and acceptance through the song's journey from darkness to hope and empowerment.

Deep dives

Kesha's Transformation During Lockdown

During the COVID-19 lockdown, Kesha, known for her party anthems, was able to explore her spirituality and contemplate social injustice. Not touring or working allowed her the time and space to reflect, leading to a profound experience where she felt connected to something bigger than herself. This inspired her to write the song 'Eat the Acid' with collaborator Stuart Crichton over Zoom, capturing the intense and vulnerable emotions she felt during that moment. The song tackles the themes of change, introspection, and embracing spirituality.

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