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QLS Classic: Nelly Furtado

Jan 11, 2021
Nelly Furtado, singer songwriter with Portuguese-Canadian roots, discusses expanding her sound with Timbaland, touring with her 3-year-old daughter. She reflects on facing challenges in the music industry and the influence of her background on her music. The podcast also covers the racial draft in the music industry and the controversy surrounding her song 'Give it to Me'.
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  • Nelly Furtado embraced a different sound and direction with her album 'Loose', taking inspiration from pop icons and achieving global success.
  • Nelly Furtado faced pressures and expectations throughout her career but remained committed to her artistic vision and creativity.

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Building a Collaborative Partnership with Timbaland

Well Nelly and Timbaland had worked together on several songs before the album Loose, establishing a creative connection. Their collaboration process involved dancing and creating music based on the vibe and motion. They worked together in a vibed-out environment, focusing on the flow and crafting catchy hooks.

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