Zara Larsson dreams big while savoring 'Midnight Sun'

The Swedish pop star wants to push 'Blue Moon' further while eyeing a Coachella headline and taking control of her artistry.

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Zara Larsson dreams big while savoring 'Midnight Sun'

The Swedish pop star wants to push 'Blue Moon' further while eyeing a Coachella headline and taking control of her artistry.

In brief

The Swedish pop star wants to push 'Blue Moon' further while eyeing a Coachella headline and taking control of her artistry. Larsson is learning to balance ambition with presence, refusing to rush past her current album cycle even as she plans what comes next. Originally reported by Billboard.

Zara's not done with 'Midnight Sun'

The Swedish pop star wants to keep pushing her latest album, especially the track 'Blue Moon,' which she believes deserves more attention and a music video.

“I really want to push 'Blue Moon' because I feel like it's 'Midnight Sun's' sister. And it deserves a video and it deserves love.”

Album success fuels her momentum

Midnight Sun peaked at number 36 on the Billboard 200, with its title track hitting number 13 on the Hot 100. The album's success has only made Larsson more eager to continue.

Fans create unforgettable moments

Fans create unforgettable moments

From viral drone footage at festivals to fans joining her onstage, Larsson says these special moments can't be manufactured. They come from the audience itself.

“It's something that can't be planned. And it's something that the fans bring.”

Every show feels different

Larsson wants each performance to be its own unique experience, shaped by the country, festival, and audience. She believes every crowd brings something different to the stage.

“I really do feel like every show is different and every audience brings something different.”

Coachella is her dream

When asked if she'd headline Coachella someday, Larsson said yes immediately. She's attended for years and feels inspired there, but knows she needs to grow more first.

“That's my dream.”

Taking control of her artistry

After years in the industry, Larsson says she's only recently started truly controlling her music and business decisions. She's becoming more hands-on with her career.

“It's weird how long I've been in the industry but yet just now feel like I am taking control over my artistry.”

She respects Macklemore's honesty

Larsson praised Macklemore for speaking out on issues that could alienate some listeners. She sees power in artists willing to be honest about what they believe in.

“I respect that so much. It is so powerful to see how everyone can come together and make a difference.”

Authenticity over rushing ahead

Though Larsson has new music ready, she's prioritizing giving Midnight Sun space to breathe. She wants everything she does to feel honest and come from a place of love.

“I want to feel like everything that I do is clear and it comes from a place of love.”

People are still discovering her

Larsson believes there's still space for Midnight Sun to grow as fans continue discovering the album and its tracks every day.

“People are still discovering so much about you every day. So there's so much space to be held still for the whole Midnight Sun album.”

In short

Larsson is learning to balance ambition with presence, refusing to rush past her current album cycle even as she plans what comes next.

Read the original on Billboard

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