At the peak of the promotional campaign for her new album ‘Lux,’ which is already breaking records worldwide, Rosalía shares some of the most intimate details of her life with the public. It seems the singer is at a stage in her career where every move she makes is scrutinized, and her management team skillfully leverages the enormous hype surrounding her. Now, at the height of her fame, the artist is more candid than ever with the press, showing spontaneity and revealing previously unknown sides of her personality. This is especially surprising considering she is constantly pursued by ubiquitous paparazzi.
Her revelation came during an episode of the YouTube channel ‘Subway Takes,’ hosted by Karim Rahma, a multidisciplinary artist of Egyptian descent. The show’s format encourages relaxed chats with celebrities and everyday people alike, giving guests space to speak freely and humorously. It was in this setting that Rosalía revealed she had been diagnosed with attention deficit hyperactivity disorder, commonly known as ADHD.
The singer said this condition creates certain challenges for her. For instance, she is easily distracted by surrounding noises, and learning new songs can sometimes become a real ordeal. The ‘Motomami’ hitmaker joked that her brain works at a very high speed. Nevertheless, despite these difficulties, she has decided not to use medication to ease the negative symptoms of her condition.
Moreover, Rosalía stated that she has learned to turn the features of her condition to her advantage. “The best thing you can do is use ADHD to your benefit,” she shared, hinting at how her creative process thrives on the versatility of thought and mental agility often associated with the syndrome. In her view, this is exactly what helps her be so diverse in her music.
Such statements from a global star are hugely significant. They draw attention to an issue faced by millions of people, both those diagnosed with ADHD and those still unaware of their condition. Rosalía made this revelation in a very natural and relaxed way, which adds even more value to her words and helps destigmatize the disorder in society.
Rosalía Vila Tobella, known worldwide as Rosalía, was born in Catalonia and dreamed of the stage from a young age. Her teachers and acquaintances describe her as an incredibly driven and knowledge-hungry student who devoted herself completely to learning. Her breakthrough came with the 2018 album “El Mal Querer,” which brought her international acclaim and numerous awards, including several Grammy trophies. Her unique style — merging traditional flamenco with elements of R&B, hip-hop, and pop — has made her one of the most influential and innovative artists of her generation. With just four studio albums, she has already become a true global icon.
