Kate Hudson, known for her iconic acting roles, has released her first studio album, "Glorious," showcasing her multifaceted talent. Despite initial hesitations due to societal notions of "crossing over," Hudson's love of music prevails, inspiring her to share her songs with the world.
Kate Hudson's journey to becoming a recording artist began at an early age, but it wasn't until her 45th year that she released her debut studio album, "Glorious." Despite her fame and success in the film industry, Hudson had long harbored a passion for music, which she initially kept private due to concerns about jeopardizing her acting career.
"People like saying to me, you know, 'You can't cross over, it's different when you start with music. It's easier to cross over into acting,'" Hudson shared. "But I became famous very young."
Kate Hudson's Glorious Debut: Breaking Barriers and Embracing Her Dual Passions
Those warnings stemmed from the perception that actors who venture into music are somehow lesser or less legitimate. However, Hudson challenges this notion, emphasizing that one's ability as a musician is not defined by their livelihood but rather by their inherent love and talent for the craft.
"There's no such thing as a failed musician. … I don't know why musician is only defined as a job. Versus a lifestyle, you know?" Hudson asserted.
Kate Hudson's Glorious Debut: Breaking Barriers and Embracing Her Dual Passions
When asked whether she prefers acting or music, Hudson gracefully declined to choose, embracing both as integral parts of her identity. "I like to perform. I love all of it!" she exclaimed. "One's not exclusive to the other, for me, truly … there's been a void, and it's now filled."
Hudson's album, co-written and co-produced by her partner, musician Danny Fujikawa, reflects her personal experiences and emotions. "When I was looking at the curating," she said, "like how the songs would go, it was just so clear that it was a reflection of my life and love and what that looks like, whether it be your kids or past relationships or even like myself, and how others saw me in love … that's really what came out."
Kate Hudson's Glorious Debut: Breaking Barriers and Embracing Her Dual Passions
The album's title track, "Glorious," encapsulates the essence of Hudson's journey, celebrating love's transformative power. She explained that the song is "about finding your own power inside of love and your own confidence and knowing that you're enough, you're special, you're glorious. And so, I wanted to sing that song for myself and for others, so that everyone could have their own little moment of, 'Yes, I can do this.'"
Hudson's debut performances have been met with enthusiastic reception. At Webster Hall in New York City, the crowd's familiarity with the music created an electrifying atmosphere. "There [were] so many people who knew the music," she said, "and I just was like … I don't think I've ever had a feeling like that before. It was very emotional because I put so much into it, and then to see people actually digging it and knowing it was really amazing."
Kate Hudson's Glorious Debut: Breaking Barriers and Embracing Her Dual Passions
While Hudson acknowledges the technicalities and pressures of live performances, she embraces the joy and connection that music brings. "The technicalities and wanting to put on a good show and wanting it to be right make me nervous," she said. "But then once I'm out there, I'm just so happy, I just love it."
Hudson's transition into music is a testament to her unwavering passion and belief in her own creativity. By breaking down barriers and embracing her dual talents, she inspires others to pursue their dreams and redefine what it means to be an artist.
Kate Hudson's Glorious Debut: Breaking Barriers and Embracing Her Dual Passions
