Whether she’s doling out her best Ariana Grande impression or reciting Roddy Ricch lyrics while dressed in a medieval knight costume, Doja Cat is always good for a laugh. But at the same time, the singer takes her career very seriously. With her third album Planet Her well underway, Doja reflects on her career trajectory while explaining what makes her stand out from other pop stars.

Speaking in a cover interview with Billboard, Doja charted her rise from “internet teen goofball” to hit-making musician, explaining why she’ll never be as “mysterious” as other top-charting pop stars:

About Doja Cat Amala Ratna Zandile Dlamini (born on October 21, 1995 in Calabasas, California), better known by her stage name Doja Cat, is a rapper, singer, songwriter, producer and dancer.

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“I feel like people separate the pop star from the very humane, normal internet teen goofball kind of girl. And I feel like they complement each other. There is no separation, in my opinion. I always looked at myself like, ‘I can do it.’ But I feel like people thought I was this goofy girl, and that’s all I could ever really be. […] I live for it when a pop star comes off as, like, a deity. They carry themselves as very mysterious, and you’ll never know anything about them, only that they’re incredibly talented and always have profound sh*t to say. Adobe lightroom free download for mac. I love that, and I always wanted to be like that, but I just don’t really give a f*ck. And I think it’s important for me to not put that pressure on myself or that will eat me alive. If I can just be myself, that’s probably the best thing for me.”

Elsewhere in the conversation, Doja discussed why she’s a good role model for other goofy kids who also want to make it big. “All the goofy kids, or the kids who don’t put themselves on a pedestal, or are just not normally accepted — I feel like making that example is good for those kids,” she said. “Because maybe they felt like they could never make it in an industry where everybody is so serious. It’s important that they know they have a lane.”

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Welcome to the 2021 GRAMMY Awards, where the trophies are handed out underneath a tent in the great outdoors and all of your fave celebs are serving show-stopping looks—sometimes more than one! While her performance look was undeniably fire, Doja Cat’s GRAMMYs 2021 red carpet look went viral online just moments after she arrived and sheesh, Twitter had thoughts. Like a lot of thoughts.

This year’s show was certainly intimate, with only the top-nominated celebs and performers there IRL to celebrate the night’s highs and lows. Big names like Beyonce, Taylor Swift and Dua Lipa sat front row, and prior to showtime, they even walk the red carpet a la the pre-COVID days we knew and loved. Doja Cat was early to arrive, and the singer definitely turned heads when she hit the scene.

Doja showed up to the ceremony in a gown designed by Roberto Cavalli, featuring a super-daring v-neck (I could literally see her belly button) with a lime green feathered skirt. Do we even call it a neckline when it goes that far past one’s neck? And can someone please let me know what she’s using to keep her boobs in place?? Whatever tape that is, I need it. Thanks in advance.

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Lime green has been a popular hue on the red carpet this year, from Billie Eilish’s hair to Harry Styles’ Gucci feather boa. Still, Doja Cat took the vibrant color to an entirely new level with her look, and fans didn’t know how to feel. Was it a ‘fit, or a flop? The controversial star has become known for her shocking fashion sense (among other things) and this look definitely fit the bill.

To be honest, I’m not sure where I stand on the dress myself! Still, I do give her props for going bold instead of playing it safe. Doja’s was just one of many daring looks on this carpet this year—Noah Cyrus looked like a high-fashion angel in Schiaparelli, Beyonce wore earrings bigger than the actual GRAMMY trophies and we’ve already mentioned Harry Styles’ array of colorful boas. When it comes to the most out-there gown, though, Doja definitely took the cake.

Not everyone hates it, but naturally, Twitter is totally divided.

Some are applauding Doja for taking a risk on the carpet for her first-ever GRAMMYs.

Others were just shocked a nip slip didn’t occur. Same, TBH.

Not everyone thought the funky look was a hit, of course.

It even got a lot of comparisons, including Billie Eilish’s hair…

…And the Grinch. Ouch.

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Twitter, you are so funny, but so bold.

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Whether you love or hate the look, you have to admit that it made an impact, which was likely exactly what Doja wanted. Unfortunately, she lost all three awards she was nominated for—Record of the Year, Best New Artist and Best Pop Solo Performance—but she still showed up and showed out, so I’m content to give her those props and keep scrolling past “Say So” dance videos on my FYP.

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