Call Her Daddy
Call Her Daddy
"I want to be a bridge for the people to get together with their self. It's just a thing that costs me a lot to understand in the process and there's this moment of perfectly worlds in social media, everyone has a perfect life, everything is so aesthetic, everything is so perfect, there's no process for nothing, it's from here to success. No, I want the people to take realness from my journey and understand that there's hard situation, there's sacrifices, there's hard work, there's discipline, things like the ones that happen to me that happens to everyone and I just want them to understand that we are in a process. Everything's going to be okay, everything's going to be fine." — Karol G
"This is huge. Like I think, to have a purpose is the most important thing. Even when we started talking about the creative details of the show, like, let's start from the message. Because I love shows, but I love to be on shows that they have a meaning. They have a reason. They have, like, something to understand for. And this is my opportunity to stand for my community. You know, like, as an artist and being there, I've all the times feel that we can have a voice, but sometimes it's not enough. But to be on that specific stage is to have a big voice and it's opportunity to have a big voice for them." — Karol G
"I hated that. I hated everything and I hated, it almost made me hate what I do. It almost made me hate my music and everything, so it was hard. Yeah, it did. It was hard." — Karol G
The episode features an in-depth conversation between Alex Cooper and Karol G, exploring the artist's remarkable journey from a young aspiring singer to a global music phenomenon. Karol G details her early days, including her father's support and her audition for El Factor X, highlighting the initial shyness she had to overcome. She discusses the pivotal moment of seeing the Selena Quintanilla movie, which inspired her to pursue her musical dreams with renewed vigor. The conversation delves into the challenges she faced breaking into the male-dominated reggaeton genre, recounting experiences of executives who underestimated her and attempted to dictate her artistic direction. Karol G emphasizes the importance of self-belief and the need for women to assert their value and boundaries in professional settings.
A significant portion of the discussion revolves around Karol G's personal growth and resilience. She candidly shares a deeply challenging experience with a former manager at age 16, which nearly led her to abandon music. This period underscored the importance of communication and seeking support, even when feeling paralyzed by difficult situations. The interview highlights how these formative experiences, though painful, ultimately fueled her determination and shaped her into the confident artist she is today. Her philosophy on relationships and self-worth is explored, emphasizing the need for individuals to maintain their identity and set clear boundaries.
The episode also touches upon Karol G's artistic evolution, including the success of her album "Manana Sera Bonito" and her collaboration with Shakira on the empowering anthem "TQG." She defines "Bichota" as a term representing a powerful and confident personality, reflecting her own self-perception and the image she projects. The conversation concludes with Karol G discussing her latest album "Tropicoketa," her current stance on dating, and her aspirations for connecting with her fans on a deeper, more authentic level, encouraging them to embrace their true selves and the process of self-discovery.