Charli XCX on SNL

Charli XCX took to the SNL stage on her recent appearance and clarified one of the hottest buzzwords of the moment: "Brat." As summer transitions into fall, the dismissive term has become synonymous with her anticipated album set to drop in 2024, and fans have been clamoring for clarity on its meaning.

Defining 'Brat'

In her opening monologue, Charli defined "brat" not just as a word, but as a whole attitude or “vibe.” She explained it using a relatable pop culture reference that delighted the audience. "For example, take the new Martha Stewart documentary. When Martha expresses her feelings about an old article and states she is 'glad the journalist who wrote it is dead,' that's brat. And then when the journalist responds the following Friday with, 'Hey, I’m alive, bitch,' that is what I mean when I say 'extremely brat,'" she quipped, blending humor with the essence of the term.

A Nuanced Understanding of 'Brat'

Furthermore, she stressed that "brat" also encompasses vulnerability, revealing a more nuanced side of the term that resonates with personal experiences. Charli, who is known for her bold persona, humorously acknowledged that not everyone may be familiar with her work, saying, "You might know me from my album Brat, but don’t worry if you don’t. There is nothing wrong with being straight."

The Cultural Impact

Her appearance is particularly timely, as fans eagerly await her new music and the cultural impact it promises to deliver. With her charisma and relatable sense of humor, Charli XCX continues to thrive as a leading figure in pop music, reminding fans that expressing a "brat" attitude is not just about defiance, but also embracing one’s own truth and vulnerabilities.

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