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Lizzo has clarified the “I quit” statement she posted on social media last Friday (29 March) in a new video, making clear she has no intention of leaving the music industry.
The “Good as Hell” singer, 35, made the announcement after a lengthy rant in which she said she was tired of being the subject of “lies”.
In a new video posted to Instagram on Tuesday (2 April), Lizzo said: “I want to make this video because I just need to clarify… When I say ‘I quit’, I mean I quit giving any negative energy attention… what I’m not gonna quit is the joy of my life, which is making music, which is connecting to people.”
She continued: “Cause I know I’m not alone. In no way, shape or form am I the only person who is experiencing that negative voice that …