Self Esteem on 'A Complicated Woman' Album, Songwriting, and Acting

The Genesis of Self Esteem

• 💡 The stage name "Self Esteem" was chosen as an alternative to "Sex Appeal," and over time, the artist's solo work has genuinely improved her self-esteem.
• 🚀 The artist humorously plans to name her next band "Lots of Money" as a form of manifestation.

Exploring Womanhood on 'A Complicated Woman'

• 🎯 The album "A Complicated Woman" delves into the complexities of being a woman, addressing themes like burnout, depression, and sexuality.
• ⚠️ The artist expresses concern about the commodification of a woman's messy experience in the industry and questions the infrastructure's ability to support artists being vulnerable.
• 💬 Despite worries, there's a desire to build a world where women can be messier and more honest artistically.

Honesty, Empowerment, and People-Pleasing

• ⚡ Lyrics like "If I'm so empowered, why am I such a coward?" from the song "I Do and I Don't Care" reflect the struggle between empowerment and lingering people-pleasing tendencies.
• 🎭 The artist views her music as a time stamp of her life, grappling with being a woman of her age and background, which resonates with other women over 35.

Directing and Thematic Depth in Music Videos

• 🎬 The music video for "Curse" was directed by Self Esteem, using a Point-of-View (POV) perspective of a laptop to capture its constant presence in life.
• 🧩 The song "Curse" explores the use of vices as coping mechanisms for life, acknowledging both their fun and darker sides.

From Music to Literature: 'A Complicated Woman' the Book

• 📖 The book, also titled "A Complicated Woman," is described as an "anti-Bible for womanhood," compiled from iPhone notes and diary entries.
• ⏳ The book's writing process was pressure-free, unlike the previous album, and it incorporates ideas written as far back as 2015-2016.
• 💖 The artist feels a connection to her past selves, seeing the journey as guiding future women and forgiving past ones.

Live Performances and Artistic Evolution

• 🎭 While past shows featured "the pilgrims," the current European tour focuses on breaking free from that concept, signifying a new chapter.
• 💥 Live shows are described as a sweaty, dancing, screaming experience with a large group, even on smaller European stages.
• 🎶 The album incorporates choir elements, a long-standing love for the artist, adding beautiful harmonies and a distinctly British feel.