On the eve of her Rock in Rio debut, Izzra praises black love: “It’s possible to have a prince”

Cantor tells, in an interview with Terra, what his new album represents for homosexuality and why he chose Ícaro Silva as a partner on the scene

At 25 the singer Izzra is living a very special time. After releasing the studio album “Coisas de Amor” this Thursday 1st, she also released the video for “Céu Lilás”. Recorded with the participation of the actor Icaro Silvathe Leonardo of face and couragea soap opera Globo, the two protagonists of spicy scenes, with kisses and caresses.

And in the midst of all the repercussions, the singer is still preparing for a big step in his career: performing for the first time at the Rock in Rio. The show is scheduled for next Thursday, 8, on the favela stage.

“It is a dream that comes true, even more so for me, that I come from a poor family, from a community. Having an album is not easy, it is a goal”, he celebrates. Izzrain an exclusive interview with Land.

The first single on the album is about romance and, in a sense, focuses on homosexuality among blacks. His host to give life and color to the narrative is nothing new. Izzra and Ícaro Silva were even mentioned as an affair in March 2022. At the time, the actor came out to the artist on social media.

Izzra avoids giving details about the relationship between the two, but admits that they both have what she called a “very big connection”.

“Icarus for me is also a person I admire, so I thought of him to deliver this message [de amor] with Me. We have a great bond, we are friends from the comedy “BlackStar” and we have been there ever since, having affection for each other, affection for two people who love each other, who are getting to know each other, understanding each other. ‘other, “he said.

Check out the full interview with Izzra below.

How is the expectation for the reception of the public with the album?

I am anxious, worried about how it will be received, but I am happy. It’s a job I’ve been working on for a year and a half and being able to talk about my problems as a black man is very important. It’s the way I see myself. Bringing this baby into this post-pandemic time causes concern and expectation, but it’s a dream come true.

What does it mean to you to release an album?

It’s a great achievement, especially since I dug so well [que é a carreira artística] some time ago. I come from a poor family, from a suburban community in Rio. Having an album isn’t easy, it’s a goal, a dream.

The first single already carries a stage collaboration with Ícaro Silva. Do you think the public is ready for this?

I don’t know if the public is ready to receive this, but it is my truth, it is who I am. As a black man, I had no references to homosexuality as a child, so, for the next generation, I leave this cure. For me Ícaro is also a very special person, whom I admire a lot, who I see as a reference. I believe he is the right person to deliver this message with me.

There are rumors that you are dating and there has even been a public statement on social media. How is this love story?

We have a great personal and artistic connection. I met him when I attended her show here in Rio, ‘BlackStar’. Since then, we have had a very special bond of friendship and affection. And, for me, it was very nice when I invited him. She has always embraced and encouraged my work. He is wonderful.

But you are together, what are you?

Ah … here we go. We have great affection for each other. It is the affection of two people who love each other, who know each other, understand each other. We are good friends and there we are.

Speaking of message, what is the most important message in your album?

To be a reference, to show that it is possible. I didn’t have it in childhood and I stopped being in places thinking it was impossible for me, but it is possible. There is a lot of Izzra in Brazil. It’s a way for me to connect with the public. It is possible that you have a prince, that you are a star.

Aren’t you afraid of being stigmatized as a queer artist?

I had a lot of courage to be stigmatized, but art is helping me a lot to have faith in being who I really am. I know being a black man is harder for me, but my community, my art helps me be confident. I feel that my audience, the people who accompany me, really know me.

Soon you will be performing at Rock in Rio. What are you preparing?

My first time at a festival and at Rock in Rio … I feel honored. I’m preparing a show with lively music, lots of dancing. I will also take the ballet. It is a time when we need art, freedom, healing and transformation, and I will try to bring all of this to the stage with my music. I have been using tea lately to be less anxious, but I am happy and satisfied.

* With editing by Estela Marques.

Source: Terra

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