RACHEL PLATTEN (on "Fight Song", Fame, Chappell Roan, Taylor Swift, Real Housewives & Prince)

Rachel Platten opens up about the emotional weight of fame, revealing how the sudden success of 'Fight Song'—a song born from years of struggle and self-doubt—became a global anthem for resilience, yet nearly consumed her identity. She shares the raw truth behind her journey: a van-dwelling musician with no backup plan, betting everything on a single song that took two years to complete, only to face a new kind of pressure once it exploded. She candidly admits she lost herself in the process, terrified of saying or doing the wrong thing after 13 years of obscurity. Now, as a mother and mental health advocate, she’s reclaimed her power—emphasizing that people save themselves, not songs. Her journey includes a surprising past as a Prince tribute artist, a heartfelt tribute to Kelly Osbourne’s father on 'Ozzy Night', and a love for 80s power ballads and gospel music. She also reveals her joy in the absurdity of 'The Masked Singer', where she played a 'pangolin'—a role that let her embrace her dramatic side and reconnect with her daughters. Her advice? Let go of control, have fun, and remember: fame is a byproduct, not the mission. Platten’s story is a powerful reminder that authenticity is the real superpower. She reframes her role not as a savior, but as a vessel—'a good vase for God to come through.' Her duet dream with Lauren Daigle and Kirk Franklin reflects her desire to return to the roots of emotional, soulful music.