Battle Quote by Jessie Reyez
“The EP is called 'Kiddo' because this has been an uphill battle for me. As a female in the industry, as a female of colour, some people will demean me. So it's like, 'OK, you wanna call me kiddo? I'll show you kiddo.'”
About This Quote
Source Interview: Podcast “The Breakthrough” 2023
She reclaims the nickname “Kiddo” as a badge of resilience against gender and racial bias in music.
In simple terms: She turns a dismissive term into empowerment.
Own your narrative and confront bias.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- songwriting
- public speaking
- career advancement
- dealing with discrimination
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- How can you transform other slurs into symbols of strength?
- What support systems help sustain resilience?
The nickname may still carry condescension for some listeners.