Alet Viegas
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Exclusive: Charli XCX Fires Back at ‘Rock Music’ Backlash

Charli XCX addresses the polarizing response to her guitar-driven single “Rock Music,” calling the backlash “really interesting.” The Brat hitmaker swapped club beats for gritty riffs, enlisting A.G. Cook and The 1975’s George Daniel. The track signals a bold pivot, proving she thrives on defying expectations and sparking conversation.

By Alet Viegas·
Exclusive: Charli XCX Fires Back at ‘Rock Music’ Backlash
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