Madison Beer on Child Fame and Fan Attacks: A Cautionary Tale of Growing Up Too Fast
As a pop star who burst onto the scene at 13, Madison Beer has spent years navigating the cutthroat music industry. But it wasn't until her early 20s that she learned to separate her public image from her true self.
"People are so quick to be like: 'This is what's wrong with this person,' and attack someone's character," Beer said candidly about the online backlash she faced as a teenager. "I definitely feel protective of younger stars, and I fear for people. I would hope that people are now like, 'Bullying a 15-year-old is unacceptable', whereas when I was 15, that wasn't really a conversation."
Beer's first taste of fame came after Justin Bieber tweeted a link to her YouTube video covering Etta James's "At Last" at just 13 years old. She went on to record tie-in songs for doll brands and collaborated with established teen idols before finally breaking through in her own right.
However, the rapid ascent was not without its costs. Beer felt unsupported by her label and management team, who she claims "stole years of my childhood that I'll never get back." The experience left her feeling lost and alone, but it also taught her a valuable lesson about setting boundaries and prioritizing her mental health.
" Holding animosity, hatred, and negativity towards things like that [doesn't] do me any good," Beer said. "I've completely let go of it, and I don't care. That's not my issue, not my circus."
In recent years, Beer has made headlines for releasing a memoir, "The Half of It," which explores her struggles with mental health, body image, and relationships. The book was a cathartic experience for the singer-songwriter, allowing her to confront her demons and share her story with the world.
Beer's new album, Locket, marks a turning point in her career. The record is a raw and intimate exploration of love, heartbreak, and self-discovery. Beer has said that she wrote the album during a tumultuous relationship, when she was struggling to come to terms with her own emotions.
"Some days I barely respond to my own name," she sings on one track, admitting to feelings of disconnection and isolation. "I only exist in the moments you're talking to me." The lyrics are both deeply personal and universally relatable, offering a glimpse into the complexities of modern love and relationships.
Despite the album's critical acclaim and commercial success, Beer is more focused on the emotional resonance it has for her fans. She wants people to know that she is human, flawed and vulnerable, rather than an idealized image or persona.
"I don't want anybody to go and attack them or rip them apart," Beer said of her ex-partners. "I don't wish ill upon literally anybody." Instead, she hopes that Locket will inspire fans to be more empathetic and understanding towards others.
For Beer, success is no longer about external validation or critical acclaim, but about feeling peace and happiness on her own terms. As she embarks on a new chapter in her career, she is committed to staying true to herself, even when the world around her gets loud and chaotic.
As a pop star who burst onto the scene at 13, Madison Beer has spent years navigating the cutthroat music industry. But it wasn't until her early 20s that she learned to separate her public image from her true self.
"People are so quick to be like: 'This is what's wrong with this person,' and attack someone's character," Beer said candidly about the online backlash she faced as a teenager. "I definitely feel protective of younger stars, and I fear for people. I would hope that people are now like, 'Bullying a 15-year-old is unacceptable', whereas when I was 15, that wasn't really a conversation."
Beer's first taste of fame came after Justin Bieber tweeted a link to her YouTube video covering Etta James's "At Last" at just 13 years old. She went on to record tie-in songs for doll brands and collaborated with established teen idols before finally breaking through in her own right.
However, the rapid ascent was not without its costs. Beer felt unsupported by her label and management team, who she claims "stole years of my childhood that I'll never get back." The experience left her feeling lost and alone, but it also taught her a valuable lesson about setting boundaries and prioritizing her mental health.
" Holding animosity, hatred, and negativity towards things like that [doesn't] do me any good," Beer said. "I've completely let go of it, and I don't care. That's not my issue, not my circus."
In recent years, Beer has made headlines for releasing a memoir, "The Half of It," which explores her struggles with mental health, body image, and relationships. The book was a cathartic experience for the singer-songwriter, allowing her to confront her demons and share her story with the world.
Beer's new album, Locket, marks a turning point in her career. The record is a raw and intimate exploration of love, heartbreak, and self-discovery. Beer has said that she wrote the album during a tumultuous relationship, when she was struggling to come to terms with her own emotions.
"Some days I barely respond to my own name," she sings on one track, admitting to feelings of disconnection and isolation. "I only exist in the moments you're talking to me." The lyrics are both deeply personal and universally relatable, offering a glimpse into the complexities of modern love and relationships.
Despite the album's critical acclaim and commercial success, Beer is more focused on the emotional resonance it has for her fans. She wants people to know that she is human, flawed and vulnerable, rather than an idealized image or persona.
"I don't want anybody to go and attack them or rip them apart," Beer said of her ex-partners. "I don't wish ill upon literally anybody." Instead, she hopes that Locket will inspire fans to be more empathetic and understanding towards others.
For Beer, success is no longer about external validation or critical acclaim, but about feeling peace and happiness on her own terms. As she embarks on a new chapter in her career, she is committed to staying true to herself, even when the world around her gets loud and chaotic.
she was literally just a teenager when she got thrust into this crazy industry and had to deal with online hate 
it's wild that people were so harsh on her back then and now she's speaking out about how much of an impact it had on her mental health 
i hope more young stars can learn from her experience and prioritize their own well-being, not just for themselves but also for the safety and protection of other kids who might be going through similar struggles 
she literally lost yrs of childhood 2 her label & management team w/ out support 
that's so inspiring 2 me n i hope more ppl r listenin 2 her story n learnin from it 
i think we need more conversations abt mental health, body image n the pressures of modern fame 
she's always been so open about her struggles with mental health and body image, but this interview is on a whole other level 
i mean can you even imagine being 13 and suddenly becoming an internet sensation? it's wild how fast the game moves in this industry. anyway i think what i love most about beer is that she's finally found her voice and isn't afraid to speak up 
like, her new album locket is giving me LIFE 
. It's crazy how fast we think we're growing up, but really we're just trying to figure out who we are and where we fit in. I mean, it's not easy being in the public eye, especially when you're still figuring yourself out 
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. We need to prioritize our own mental health and well-being, just like Madison is doing 
. And I love how she's focusing on being authentic and vulnerable in her music - it's so refreshing to see someone being true to themselves 
! I'm definitely adding it to my playlist 
. Anyway, just wanted to say that I think we can all learn from Madison's story and be more kind and understanding towards each other 
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I mean, we're supposed to be more empathetic towards younger stars now, but like Beer said, back then that wasn't really a conversation 
It's wild to see how far she's come and how much of herself she's sharing with her fans through her music and writing... it's actually really inspiring 
. I'm glad she's speaking out about the importance of mental health and setting boundaries though 
. It's wild how much pressure there is to be perfect on social media, but I think we can all learn from her story 
. She's not trying to be a role model or anything, she just wants to make music that's real and honest 
. And honestly, who wouldn't want to listen to an album about heartbreak and self-discovery? 
but its great to see her using her platform now to spread love and positivity 
we all need more people like her who are unafraid to be real & authentic 
[link to article about Madison Beer](https://www.harpersbazaar.com/music/a29321946/madison-beer-new-album-locket-mental-health/)
she was just 13 when she became famous and had to navigate the cutthroat music industry all alone 
no wonder she felt lost and alone for years 
it takes courage to share your story and open up like that 
especially when it comes to women and mental health 
. Like, shouldn't we all be able to learn from our mistakes and grow together? It's refreshing to see Madison talking about how she had to prioritize her mental health and set boundaries - we should all take a page out of her book 
it's wild that people think bullying a 15-year-old is okay? 
like what even is wrong with people these days? 
She deserves a million claps for speaking out about the mental health struggles she faced & the bullying she endured online. Like, can't we just be more empathetic towards each other?! 
... she's been through so much already and now she's speaking out about how quickly ppl judge & attack others online especially those who r famous or young 
The lyrics are like a breath of fresh air, you know? She's not trying to be perfect or anything, she's just being real and vulnerable... 
The fact that she's had to deal with online bullying and attacks from fans who are basically grown adults themselves is just wild 
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