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Highlights:

• Charli XCX speaks out on sexism in the life of a pop star
• Charli XCX reveals the harsh scrutiny female pop stars face
• Explains how public perception twists personality into a narrative
• Talks about being judged for every move she makes
• Shares the exhausting reality behind glamorous tours and parties

Charli XCX has gone beyond the glitz to expose the sexism female pop stars still face. In a candid essay, she said that no matter what a woman does in pop music, someone will label it the wrong way. Sexy becomes “whore,” rebellious becomes “drug addict,” smart becomes “pretentious.” Her reflections also touch on the hidden side of touring life, showing that fame isn’t just lights and parties, it’s long waits, chaotic travel, and constant scrutiny.

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