Dua Lipa on Writing Positive Songs For ‘Radical Optimism’: “Most Daring Thing We Can Do”
Dua Lipa is ready to unveil her latest album, ‘Radical Optimism’ and she’s not holding back when it comes to sharing the journey behind it.
In a recent conversation with Variety, the 28-year-old singer opened up about the inspiration behind her upcoming album and reflected on her musical evolution thus far. Lipa revealed that the concept of “radical optimism” has been a driving force behind her recent work.
Explaining her creative process, Lipa shared, “Over the past few years, radical optimism has felt like something that truly speaks to me. Throughout both my previous record and this one, I felt that the theme was always about growing from every experience, viewing everything as a gift or a lesson, regardless of how good or bad it was.”
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For Lipa, embracing discomfort and pushing boundaries has been key to her growth as an artist. She believes that moments of discomfort are where true growth occurs, and she’s not afraid to explore those territories in her music.
Discussing the Brit-pop influences on her new album, Lipa expressed her admiration for the freedom and energy embodied by artists like Oasis, Massive Attack, Portishead and Primal Scream. While she identifies as a pop artist, Lipa has ventured into new sonic territories with ‘Radical Optimism,’ experimenting with various sounds and musical elements.
Reflecting on the unexpected success of her pandemic-era music, Lipa acknowledged that her initial plans for releasing ‘Future Nostalgia’ were disrupted by the global pandemic. However, she found solace in the fact that her music resonated with listeners during such challenging times.
Looking ahead, Lipa is excited to share ‘Radical Optimism’ with the world, confident that her music will serve as a soundtrack for moments in people’s lives. She believes in the power of optimism, even in the face of adversity and hopes that her music will inspire others to embrace a positive outlook on life.
