Chappell Roan Reminisces About the Moment She First Heard Herself on the Radio
Chappell Roan, the artist behind the popular track “Pink Pony Club,” recently shared her vivid memory of the first time one of her songs graced the airwaves.The singer, whose real name is Kayleigh Amstutz, has been consistently releasing music since 2020, achieving mainstream success with her debut album, “The Rise and Fall of A Midwest Princess,” in 2023, and the hit single “Good Luck, Babe!” in the spring of 2024.
The Uber Revelation
Roan recounted the experience during an interview with W Magazine, describing the surreal moment she realized her music was being broadcast.
I think it was in an Uber when I was on tour. I heard Good Luck,Babe. I caught my friend’s hand and I said to myself: “Oh M*RDE!” But I didn’t shout. I don’t sing with myself.Chappell Roan, W Magazine
A complex Relationship with Her Own Music
Despite the excitement of hearing her song on the radio, Roan admitted she generally avoids listening to her music after it’s released. This stems from over-familiarity during the production process.
I never listen to my own music. If she got out, I don’t want to listen to her. I heard hundreds and hundreds of times,Chappell Roan
Vocal Challenges and Fan Empathy
The 27-year-old artist also expressed empathy for those attempting to cover “Good Luck, babe!”, acknowledging its vocal difficulty. Many fans have voiced their struggles on social media.
Roan reassured her fans, stating:
I can’t even sing it. I can’t sing in the original tone between two songs. If I do it apart, perhaps. When people sing my songs, I feel bad. I know how tough it is. I tell them: good luck, I don’t care that you are wrong. Thank you for trying,as I can’t even do it.Chappell Roan, las cultistas podcast
New Music on the Horizon
In March, Roan released “The Giver,” her first single as her rise to fame, signaling a new chapter in her musical journey.