Hearts dropped this afternoon as Demi Lovato made headlines after overdosing in her Hollywood home.
The 25-year-old singer, who is known for her infectious pop anthems and waling vocals, has openly struggled with depression and addiction for several years. on June 21st, Lovato released a gut-wrenching single entitled “Sober,” which she used as a platform to share her story of relapsing after nearly six years of sobriety.
The song clutches a hopeful yet regretful cadence and speaks directly to friends and family.
“Mama, I’m so sorry,
I’m not sober anymore,
And daddy please forgive me,
For the drinks spilled on the floor.
And I’m sorry for the fans I lost,
Who watched me fall again,
I wanna be a role model,
But I’m only human.
I’m sorry that I’m here again,
I promise I’ll get help,
It wasn’t my intention.
I’m sorry to myself.”
Demi’s cry for help is sweeping social circles and blurring lines of entertainment divisions and musical genres. The outreach from Lovatics and her celebrity friends is being noted across all social media platforms.
Brad Paisley, an advocate of the talented singer, spoke out on Twitter with kindness and grace.
“My friend @ddlovato is one of the kindest, most talented people I’ve ever met. Praying for her right now, addiction is a terrifying disease. There is no one more honest or brave than this woman.”
My friend @ddlovato is one of the kindest, most talented people I’ve ever met. Praying for her right now, addiction is a terrifying disease. There is no one more honest or brave than this woman.
— Brad Paisley (@BradPaisley) July 24, 2018
Lovato is also currently working with Hannah Lux Davis on a lifestyle documentary. Davis is a highly sought-after female director and staple name among country music creatives. Most recently Davis left us buzzing with her work on the “High Horse” video which Kacey Musgraves recently dropped.
Demi’s involvement in the entertainment industry reaches far past pop music. As an industry of creatives and music enthusiasts, we wish her a fast recovery.