Charli XCX has recently released a new remix album titled “Brat and it’s completely different but also still brat,” which is a follow-up to her initial Brat album. The remix album features collaborations with various artists like Lorde, Billie Eilish, Yung Lean, Robyn, Troye Sivan, and Dua Lipa. It was officially released at midnight on Friday, following a listening party at Storm King Art Center in New York.
The new album is essentially a fresh take on Charli’s original songs, with different lyrics, beats, and emotions infused into the tracks. During her live-streamed performance at Storm King, Charli expressed her desire to explore the endless possibilities of dance music and music in general through the remix album. She highlighted how even the smallest elements from a song can be used to create something entirely new.
The release of “Brat and it’s completely different but also still brat” reflects on Charli’s newfound fame following the success of the initial Brat album. The remixes touch on the aftermath of her rapid rise to mega-fame and feature collaborations with both new and familiar faces. Despite working with mainstream artists like Ariana Grande, Charli also pays homage to her longtime friends and collaborators, creating a sense of camaraderie and celebration on the album.
The remix album sets a different tone from the original Brat, signaling a shift from the high-energy party vibes of the summer to a more introspective and contemplative mood. Charli’s insecurities and fears are more pronounced in tracks like “I might say something stupid” and “I think about it all the time,” where she grapples with the pressures of fame and the passage of time.
In “I think about it all the time,” Charli expresses her concerns about living up to the success of Brat and the expectations that come with it. She acknowledges the challenges of moving forward creatively while being compared to her past achievements. Despite the weight of these expectations, Charli remains committed to bringing her signature party girl energy to her future projects.
While Charli may not be able to replicate the exact success of Brat, she is determined to continue evolving as an artist and exploring new musical territories. The release of “Brat and it’s completely different but also still brat” marks a significant chapter in Charli XCX’s career, showcasing her versatility and ability to reinvent her sound while staying true to her unique style.
