‘I’m journalling, just like Taylor Swift’: Kim Gordon on TikTok, motherhood and her revealing new album | Kim Gordon

The Daft Hunks, two popular YouTube influencers in their twenties, are known for reacting to music in their videos. In their latest video, they react to Kim Gordon’s new single, expressing surprise at her continued success at 70 years old.

As they listen to Gordon’s single “Bye Bye,” they are captivated by the dark hip-hop beats and menacing lyrics detailing mundane tasks. The Hunks compare the song to Playboi Carti’s style, emphasizing its trap influences.

Anthony Fantano, a prominent music reviewer on YouTube, praises Gordon’s ability to create trap bangers with lyrics about everyday activities. Teens on TikTok are even filming themselves following Gordon’s packing instructions from the song.

Gordon embraces her dark trap direction, evident in her 2019 solo debut and further explored in her latest album, “The Collective.” She explains that her intense and dissonant music reflects the realities of life, rather than being intentionally abrasive.

When asked about her lyrics, Gordon reveals that they are snippets from her journal, similar to Taylor Swift. She finds power in this style of writing, describing it as something authentic and impactful.

Gordon meets for an interview at the Karma art bookstore in Manhattan, discussing her upcoming book featuring her late brother’s notebooks. She pays tribute to him, highlighting his poetic talents and struggles with mental health.

Reflecting on her personal life, Gordon expresses reluctance to dwell on past hardships, particularly her divorce from Sonic Youth bandmate Thurston Moore. She navigates the delicate balance between sharing her personal struggles and focusing on her artistic endeavors.

She shares insights about her move to New York in the 1980s and her current life in California, exploring themes of alienation and escapism in her music. Gordon opens up about her relationship with her daughter, Coco, and the challenges of balancing motherhood with her career in the music industry.

Gordon’s introspective and candid approach to music reflects her experiences and emotions, resonating with fans across generations. As she continues to evolve as an artist, Gordon remains true to her distinct style and vision.