The Diary Of A CEO with Steven Bartlett Rita Ora: “I Lived With Constant Anxiety”…After Being Signed By Jay-Z At 18!!! (E265)
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Jul 17, 2023 Rita Ora, a British singer and songwriter famous for hits like ‘Hot Right Now’, shares her transformative journey from a refugee in the UK to global stardom after being signed by Jay-Z at 18. She opens up about her childhood struggles, the constant anxiety tied to her fame, and how her supportive parents helped shape her resilience. Rita delves into the fears of losing it all, the sacrifices made to succeed, and the positive impact of her recent marriage. She also discusses inspiration behind her new album, ‘You & I’, revealing her deep commitment to authenticity.
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Refugee Experience
- Rita Ora's family sought refuge in London from the Kosovo war when she was one.
- They moved around a lot, living in temporary accommodations provided by the government.
Parents' Struggles and Resilience
- Rita Ora's mother was a psychiatrist in Kosovo but had to re-qualify in the UK while battling breast cancer.
- Her father worked in a pizza place, highlighting the family's resilience.
Inherited Fear
- Children of immigrants often inherit a fear of losing everything.
- This fear stems from witnessing their parents' struggles for survival.
