TL;DR
- Kim Petras expresses regret over discussing her transition publicly as a child.
- She reflects on the blurred lines of privacy and shame surrounding trans youth today.
- Despite regrets, she stands by her choices and the support she received.
- Her new album ‘Detour’ features deeply personal themes.
- Petras emphasizes the importance of understanding trans experiences.
Pop sensation Kim Petras is back in the spotlight, and this time she’s spilling some serious tea about her childhood and transition. In a candid interview, the German singer, who is proudly trans, revealed that she has some “regret” about discussing her transition publicly at such a young age. Can you believe it? This queen was only 12 when she first opened up about her journey on national television!
Now, as she promotes her latest album, Detour, which features the electrifying track “Brutalist,” Petras is reflecting on how her early openness has shaped her life. The song itself dives deep into her experiences traveling across Germany with her dad to access hormone therapy. Talk about a family road trip with a purpose!
In her chat with Fader, she admitted, “I was 12 talking about it, which I kind of regret because privacy was really blurred. But I was really unashamed of talking about it because I was a kid and I was like, ‘This is the way it is.’” Can we get a round of applause for her bravery? But, she also acknowledges the backlash that comes with being so open in today’s climate, especially for trans kids who are often unfairly targeted.
“Now that I’m in America, there’s so much shame around sex, sexual education is such a taboo, and it’s such a weird climate right now especially about trans kids in particular. They’re the enemy right now,” she said, highlighting the harsh realities many trans youth face today.
Despite her mixed feelings, Petras stands firm in her choices. “I made the right choices that I’m proud of to this day,” she declared, adding, “But I have people saying I ruined my body and I ruined my life. They don’t know me at all.” Honey, the haters are gonna hate, but they don’t know the full story!
She further explained that her journey was supported by numerous psychologists and doctors who helped her navigate her transition. “It saved my life,” she passionately stated, addressing the misconceptions that surround trans individuals and their choices. “There are people who are like, ‘This saved your life, but you ruined everything.'” Talk about a double-edged sword!
As she gears up for the release of Detour, fans are buzzing with excitement. This album is more than just a collection of songs; it’s a reflection of her personal journey, filled with sharp lyrics and a club-ready sound that we know and love. Before the album drop, she teased fans with a four-track EP called Pretour, which only added to the anticipation.
So, what’s next for Kim Petras? Only time will tell, but one thing is for sure: she’s a force to be reckoned with in the music industry and a beacon of hope for many in the LGBTQ+ community. Keep shining, Kim!