Robbie Williams, the iconic British singer, reflects on his remarkable journey in the music industry, but with a surprising twist. He believes that if social media had existed in the 90s, it might have ended his career!
A controversial claim, but hear him out. After three decades of entertaining the world, Williams is celebrating his 16th number one album, 'Britpop', surpassing the legendary Beatles. Yet, he acknowledges a peculiar British trait: self-depreciation. He says, 'We're great at bursting our own bubble.'
But this time, he's determined to savor his success. His upcoming 'Long 90s' tour will revisit the smaller venues of his early solo days. At 51, Williams is making the album he always envisioned after leaving Take That, collaborating with former bandmates and iconic musicians.
The 90s, however, were a double-edged sword. While he achieved immense professional success, he battled severe depression. 'I couldn't enjoy the incredible things happening,' he confesses. Now, he views the 90s as the last great decade for pop culture, a time when everything wasn't 'vanilla'.
Williams has been candid about stage fright, but fatherhood changed everything. With the birth of his daughter, Theodora, in 2012, he embraced responsibility, and his perspective shifted. 'I realized I have the best job,' he says.
He also shares his relief at the British media's change in attitude towards him. Once hounded by the press, he now feels they've backed off. 'I'm left alone to make music and live my life,' he says, a far cry from the intense media scrutiny he faced earlier.
Here's the twist: Williams believes social media could have been his downfall. He admits to seeking out negativity online, a trait he thinks many share. This leads to a fascinating question: Is there an innate human tendency to seek out problems?
And what about Take That? Will he ever rejoin the band that started it all? Williams hints at the possibility, expressing his love for his former bandmates. As the 30th anniversary of their first split approaches, the world wonders if a reunion is on the cards.
Williams' ambitions don't stop at music. He dreams of building hotels with his own venues, and even starting an 'entertainment university' to revolutionize education. From stage fright to social media survival, Williams' story is a testament to resilience and evolution.
So, what's next for Robbie Williams? Only time will tell, but one thing's for sure: his journey continues to captivate and inspire. Do you think social media would've changed the trajectory of many 90s icons? Share your thoughts below!
