DeepSummary
In this episode of the parenting podcast, hosts Rob Beckett and Josh Widdicombe interview singer-songwriter Gabrielle about her experience as a parent. She discusses balancing her music career with raising her two children, a son born in 1995 and a daughter born in 2000, and how she made conscious decisions to take breaks from music to prioritize her family. She also talks about her signature eye patch look and how it empowered her to feel comfortable in her own skin.
Gabrielle reveals that she now has a grandson, born in March of last year when her son was 28 years old. She shares the joys of being a grandmother, including watching her grandson discover music and playing with him, while also appreciating being able to "give him back" after spending time with him. The conversation also covers Gabrielle's upcoming arena tour and her new album release.
The hosts and Gabrielle have a lighthearted exchange, reminiscing about her hit songs from the 90s and joking about previous mentions of her visiting a local hardware store on the podcast. Overall, the episode offers an insightful look into Gabrielle's journey as a working mother and now a grandmother, navigating the music industry while staying true to her values and priorities.
Key Episodes Takeaways
- Gabrielle prioritized her family over her music career at times, taking conscious breaks to focus on raising her children and being present as a mother.
- Her signature eye patch look empowered her and helped her feel comfortable in her own skin, allowing her to embrace her unique image and identity.
- Gabrielle finds joy in being a grandmother, appreciating the ability to spend time with her grandson while also being able to "give him back" and focus on her music career.
- She emphasizes the importance of staying true to oneself and not compromising one's values, even in the face of pressure from the music industry.
- Gabrielle has a humble and grounded perspective, finding happiness in her experiences and not regretting the decisions she made to prioritize her family over her career at times.
- Her upcoming arena tour and new album release mark a significant milestone in her career, allowing her to fully embrace her music and touring now that her children are older.
- She encourages artists to seek legal advice and protect themselves from exploitation, recognizing the potential challenges and pressures within the music industry.
- Gabrielle's resilient and tough personality, shaped by her upbringing with three brothers, likely played a role in her ability to navigate the industry and stand up for herself.
Top Episodes Quotes
- “I grew up with three brothers. I'm the oldest of three. And, you know, like, for example, growing up with three boys, you never fought like a girl, you know what I mean? I mean, physically fought, not that I'm promoting fist to.“ by Gabrielle
- “And I think that in today's time where. Just do yourself. You know what I mean? Just stay true to yourself. Don't sign anything unless you've got, you know, a lawyer. You know, people is going to be trying it. They did back then, and they're going to forever keep trying it. And, yeah, just be as true to yourself as you can be and just have fun.“ by Gabrielle
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Episode Information
Rob Beckett and Josh Widdicombe's Parenting Hell
Keep It Light Media / Spotify Studios
5/10/24
Joining us this episode to discuss the highs and lows of parenting (and life) is the brilliant singer-songwriter, Gabrielle.
Gabrielle's amazing new album 'A Place In Your Heart' is out now and available to buy HERE.
And you can also find dates, tickets and info for her tour HERE
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