
Call Her Daddy
"I feel like everybody should do it, I mean, not everybody should do it, but it's like a fun, I don't know, it brings out a different part of your personality. It's like, I don't know, just like, fuck it." — Camila Cabello
"I feel like my insecurity is like, I don't know, some like childhood thing of like being like, I don't care if people get me, I don't care if people whatever, I'm just going to be myself, but at the same time really wanting people to understand me and you not just like me or whatever." — Camila Cabello
"The biggest red flag is like how you feel. That's just such a big temperature check in relationships." — Camila Cabello
The episode features a candid conversation between Alexandra Cooper and Camila Cabello, delving into Cabello's recent decision to physically transform and embrace a new era of her music and identity. She explains that her platinum blonde hair signifies a personal and artistic shift, moving away from the dark hair that was a long-standing part of her public image. This transformation is linked to a year focused on play, change, and bravery, mirroring the evolution in her music.
Cabello recounts her childhood experiences, including immigrating from Cuba to Miami at a young age, a move she initially believed was a trip to Disney World. She reflects on how this experience of displacement and building a new life has shaped her personality and appreciation for community. Her early connections and friendships were often forged through music, participating in girl groups and singing, which foreshadowed her future career. She also shares a humorous anecdote about auditioning for X Factor with the primary goal of meeting One Direction, particularly Harry Styles.
The discussion then transitions to dating and relationships. Cabello describes her approach to single life, enjoying the early stages of getting to know people and embracing the excitement of the unknown. She acknowledges the addictive nature of chaotic relationships but emphasizes a desire for deeper connections and peace. Red flags in relationships, such as feeling insecure around a partner, are highlighted as crucial indicators to acknowledge. She also touches upon the complexities of breakups, the lingering questions of "where does the love go," and the challenges of seeing ex-partners move on at different paces. The conversation concludes with Cabello discussing her new album, which she describes as a journey of "living your questions" and embracing the playfulness and sensuality of the feminine experience.