Following the release of her new song, 'Blouse', Clairo has sent out a first dispatch to fans via her email newsletter, during which she candidly explains that she wrote the song about her own experiences of being sexualized in a work environment, and further details the "collection of feelings" she explores on her forthcoming album, 'Sling'.
Read the full letter from Clairo below:
"Hi guys,
This is my first newsletter!
Before we proceed, I want to state that I will be talking about sexualization in the workplace and my own experiences with it.
I wanted to thank you all for listening to Blouse. This song is so important to me, because it delves into topics that I haven’t quite covered before. Blouse describes a kitchen table conversation: you’ve hung your coat, scarf, combed your stray hairs back, and sat down. The table is set, you are equipped and prepared for a professional conversation, and all of a sudden- you see a male colleague staring down your shirt while you’re halfway through a sentence.
It’s a feeling that a lot of people know well. What’s even more defeating- is the feeling of, “Well, if this is what it takes for him to hear me, then I’ll allow it”.
To me, this album is a collection of feelings that I never allowed myself to explore. It’s filled with topics and experiences that were far too emotional or intense to unravel. Motherhood, sexualization, mental health, and a lot of my own mistakes and regrets. When I first got my dog, Joanie, all I wanted to do was create an environment that was safe, inviting, and secure. After I had done this, I realized that I hadn’t put the same kind of effort into my own life. Comfort. Stability. These are things that I never felt I deserved, and therefore, never allowed myself to have.
The idea of getting a home and cementing myself in one place has been a huge fear of mine. But, it has also given me the courage to open up and accept that I too could enjoy life.
‘Sling’ is a very special record to me, and I hope you enjoy it when it comes around.
Love,
Claire"
Listen to 'Blouse' below...
Clairo
