Call Her Daddy
Call Her Daddy
"I have anger issues. I have a mood disorder like I just like I have like my different little like mental health things. Yeah. But I think like now I understand it so much better." — Renee Rapp
"I was just like, I really do not fit here. Like I felt like everybody was like super like fucked and like homophobic and like just like not fun and great. And it was just it's just like sucked." — Renee Rapp
"I will do it incredibly well and I will look hot as fuck and you will exist somewhere misogyny is a motherfucker because even it's so what is such a mind fuck is I'm so incredibly like oh my god I would go through that entire experience 10 times over again." — Renee Rapp
Renee Rapp joins Alex Cooper to discuss her meteoric rise in the entertainment industry. Rapp reflects on her early confidence, which she describes as bordering on delusion, stating she always knew she was meant to be a performer. She details her unconventional upbringing outside Charlotte, North Carolina, and her decision to pursue an arts high school instead of traditional college, a choice that initially caused friction with her father. Her experiences in high school were marked by feeling like an outsider and dealing with difficult peer relationships, amplified by what she perceived as judgment from "theater mommies."
The conversation delves into Rapp's exploration of her sexuality, recalling a pivotal moment at age 14 that led to a profound realization of her attraction to women. She shares the challenges of processing this identity within a conservative environment and the initial confusion around her bisexuality, contrasting it with the societal pressure to "pick a side." Rapp also touches upon the complex and evolving relationship with her parents, noting that their acceptance has grown, especially as her career has flourished publicly, though she harbors some resentment for their earlier lack of understanding. She candidly discusses her struggles with an eating disorder, particularly during her time on Broadway in "Mean Girls," and the painful experience of her costumes being altered.
Rapp expresses gratitude for her current career trajectory, highlighting how her emotional sensitivity, once a source of difficulty, has become a celebrated aspect of her artistry. She finds solace and support in her community, a stark contrast to her childhood experiences. The discussion concludes with Rapp sharing insights into her songwriting process, detailing the inspiration behind some of her tracks, and ultimately performing "Too Well" and "Bruises," underscoring her talent and emotional depth.