Demi Lovato, the renowned singer and LGBTQ advocate, recently shared some revealing insights about her 2015 hit song, “Cool for the Summer,” during an appearance on “The Howard Stern Show.” In a candid moment, Lovato, 31, disclosed that the song was inspired by a past relationship with a famous woman, framing the track as an LGBTQ anthem.
“Cool for the Summer” explores the pleasures of a secret summer romance with someone of the same sex, emphasizing the idea of embracing one’s desires. In the song, Lovato sings, “Got a taste for the cherry, I just need to take a bite,” capturing the essence of a passionate fling.
While Lovato acknowledged having a specific person in mind when writing the song, she remained discreet about the individual’s identity. She revealed that she never informed her former love interest that the song was dedicated to her, citing the inappropriateness of doing so, given her current relationship status. Lovato expressed regret for missing the opportunity to share this revelation at the song’s initial release, speculating that people will now be curious about the subject.
Interestingly, Lovato shared that “Cool for the Summer” was released before she publicly identified as bisexual. In 2021, she further described herself as pansexual, expressing attraction to individuals of all genders. Her journey toward self-discovery led her to embrace fluidity, a transformation she discussed on “The Joe Rogan Experience” podcast.
During her conversation with Stern, Lovato mentioned the initial apprehension she felt about coming out, particularly because of her conservative Christian upbringing, which had left her with some emotional scars. However, her stepfather’s unexpectedly relaxed response when she came out as attracted to women, attributing it to her song’s title, “Cool for the Summer,” took her by surprise. Her mother, too, expressed unconditional support, dispelling the fears Lovato had harbored about her parents’ reactions.
In the evolving narrative of Demi Lovato’s life, “Cool for the Summer” stands as a powerful anthem of self-discovery, embracing one’s sexuality, and the journey toward acceptance in a world that continues to evolve in its understanding of love and identity.
