Rosalía Opens Up About Living with Untreated ADHD and Embracing It
Spanish singer Rosalía recently opened up about her experiences living with untreated ADHD. During an interview with Kareem Rahma for SubwayTakes, she discussed how environmental distractions significantly impact her daily life.
Rosalía Discusses ADHD Diagnosis
Rosalía revealed that she gets easily distracted by sounds, stating, “I have ADHD.” Rahma, who also deals with the same disorder, inquired if she follows any treatment. Rosalía’s response was candid: “I let it be,” suggesting that she chooses to embrace her condition instead of actively treating it.
Rahma shared his perspective on harnessing ADHD’s energy, saying, “You have to harness the ADHD and ride it into the sunset.” Rosalía resonated with this idea, affirming, “Exactly.”
Controversy Surrounding Recent Comments
In early November 2023, just days before the release of her new album “Lux,” Rosalía found herself in a heated discussion regarding her comments about fellow artist Bad Bunny. During the New York Times’ Popcast, she made remarks about language and cultural connections in music.
Rosalía stated, “I think I’m the opposite of Benito. I care so much that definitely I’m going to make the effort to sing in a language that’s not my language.” Her comments were intended to reflect her commitment to perform in 13 different languages. However, some fans of Bad Bunny interpreted her words as a critique of his choices.
Online Backlash and Clarification
The comments quickly gained traction on social media, leading to some backlash. A TikTok user, @rina_see_me, pointed out that while Rosalía is Spanish, Bad Bunny is Latino and accused her of profiting from Latin culture through her music. Rosalía responded in the comments, insisting that her intention was misinterpreted. She later deleted her comment, possibly to avoid further conflict.
Conclusion
Rosalía continues to navigate her career while discussing her personal struggles, including ADHD. Her candidness highlights the complexities of balancing artistic expression with public perception in the music industry. As she moves forward, both her music and her openness about mental health challenges resonate deeply with fans.
