Jan 01, 2024
12:12AM

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Reflections Of Clairo

The 26 year-old artist writes about how for her, confidence comes from familiarizing with the most mysterious parts of herself. Her new album, Charm, is her latest experiment in self-exploration.

By Clairo

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The Strangeness Of Seeing Ourselves
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Growing Older And Going Home
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BY ASHLEY HUYNH
Stories
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BY HANNAH APPLEBAUM
HMU
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Despite What You've Heard, Beauty Doesn't Age
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Internet Brain
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Is Going To The Spa A Cry For Help?
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As A Man, Why Are You Taking Selfies?
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