Lizzo Quits Music: Singer and Entrepreneur Announces Retirement Amidst Online Criticism

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Lizzo has announced that she is quitting music.
Lizzo is a Grammy Award-winning singer and fashion entrepreneur.
Lizzo Quits Music: Singer and Entrepreneur Announces Retirement Amidst Online Criticism

Lizzo, a Grammy Award-winning singer and fashion entrepreneur, has announced that she is quitting music. The announcement was made on Instagram where Lizzo posted a cryptic message saying “i quit” over online criticism and negative comments.



Confidence

70%

Doubts
  • It's not clear if Lizzo will continue to be active in the fashion industry.
  • The reasons for Lizzo's retirement are unclear.

Sources

66%

  • Unique Points
    • Lizzo posted a cryptic message on Instagram over the weekend that left fans deeply confused.
    • The singer denied the allegations at the time but in February, the California Supreme Court denied her motion to have the case dismissed.
    • Lizzo took to Instagram again on Tuesday and clarified that her 'quit' post was not about quitting music, but rather giving any negative energy attention.
  • Accuracy
    • <br> Lizzo realized it was about damn time to address her ambiguous message and clarify what she meant by <b>'quit'</b>
    • <br> Lizzo<sup>s legal battle with her backup dancers has been ongoing since last August, as three of them alleged in a lawsuit that she fat-shamed and sexually harassed them.
    • <br> Lizzo<sup>s attorney responded to her <b>'quit'</b> post on behalf of her backup dancers by saying it was a joke that Lizzo would say she is being bullied by the internet when she should instead be taking an honest look at herself.
    • The lawyer accused Lizzo of trying to deflect from her own failings as she continues to blame everyone else for the predicament she is in.
    • <br> Lizzo took to Instagram again on Tuesday and clarified that her <b>'quit'</b> post was not about quitting music, but rather giving any negative energy attention.
    • She said that if one person can be inspired or motivated by her message of standing up against negative people, then she has done more than she could have hoped for.
    • <br><br>Aries is the first sign of the zodiac.<br> Aries loves to be number one and dives headfirst into even challenging situations. <br> Aries is a passionate, motivated leader who builds community with their cheerful disposition and relentless determination. <br> Aries gets frustrated by exhaustive details and unnecessary nuances. They like things quick and dirty.<br><br>Aries represents the singular spirit while Libra symbolizes partnership.
    • <br><br>Lizzo is not quitting music.<br> She clarified her statement in response to negative comments and online criticism.
  • Deception (50%)
    The article is deceptive because it does not accurately report the facts and intentions of Lizzo's Instagram post. The author uses emotional manipulation by implying that Lizzo was suicidal or planning to quit music when she only meant to quit giving negative energy attention. The author also omits important details about the legal battle with her backup dancers, which is a significant factor in Lizzo's statement. Additionally, the author uses biased language by calling the dancers' attorney's statement 'outrageous', while not providing any counter-evidence or balance to their claims. The article also does not disclose that it is from The Daily Beast, which has a reputation of being hostile to mainstream media and news outlets.
    • In no way, shape or form am I the only person who has experienced that negative voice that seems to be louder than the positive,” she continued. “If I can just give one person the inspiration or motivation to stand up for themselves, and say they quit letting negative people win, negative comments win, then I’ve done even more than I could have hoped for.
    • Lizzo's been in a legal battle with her backup dancers since last August, as three of the dancers alleged in a lawsuit that she fat-shamed and sexually harassed them. The singer denied the allegations with a statement to Instagram at the time, calling them “outrageous,” but in February, the California Supreme Court denied her motion to have the case dismissed.
    • Lizzo took to Instagram again on Tuesday to say she didn’t mean for her “I quit” post to sound like she was quitting music. She says she meant that she would quit “giving any negative energy attention.”
    • Lizzo thought it was “about damn time” to address the ambiguous message she posted to Instagram over the weekend. In the post, the singer posted that she’s “tired of putting up with being dragged by everyone in my life and on the internet. All I want to do is make music and make people happy and help the world be a little better than how I found it,” adding. “But I’m starting to feel like the world doesn’t want me in it” and “I quit.”
  • Fallacies (85%)
    None Found At Time Of Publication
  • Bias (85%)
    The author uses the phrase 'about damn time' to suggest that Lizzo is quitting music. This implies a negative connotation towards her decision and suggests that she may be leaving the industry. However, this interpretation contradicts what Lizzo has stated in her post which was about being tired of putting up with negativity from everyone around her.
    • Lizzo thought it was 'about damn time' to address the ambiguous message she posted to Instagram over the weekend.
    • Site Conflicts Of Interest (50%)
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    • Author Conflicts Of Interest (0%)
      None Found At Time Of Publication

    66%

    • Unique Points
      • . Aries loves to be number one and dives headfirst into even challenging situations.
      • . Aries is a passionate, motivated leader who builds community with their cheerful disposition and relentless determination.
      • Aries gets frustrated by exhaustive details and unnecessary nuances. They like things quick and dirty.
      • Aries represents the singular spirit while Libra symbolizes partnership.
    • Accuracy
      • Aries needs to watch out for selfish tendencies.
      • Lizzo's attorney responded to her 'quit' post on behalf of her backup dancers by saying it was a joke that Lizzo would say she is being bullied by the internet when she should instead be taking an honest look at herself.
      • Lizzo, the Grammy Award-winning singer and fashion entrepreneur, declared 'I QUIT' on Instagram after citing online criticism she’s faced.
    • Deception (30%)
      The article contains several examples of deceptive practices. Firstly, the author claims that Aries loves to be number one and dives headfirst into even the most challenging situations without providing any evidence or sources for this claim. Secondly, the author uses sensational language such as 'bold', 'ambitious', and 'passionate' to describe Aries without linking these traits back to specific actions or behaviors of people born under this sign. Thirdly, the article contains a statement that contradicts itself by stating that Aries is known for an explosive temper but then goes on to say that their outbursts don't last long and it's best to avoid them until they calm down. This creates confusion and undermines the credibility of the author's claims.
      • The statement 'Aries loves to be number one'
    • Fallacies (70%)
      The article contains several fallacies. The author uses an appeal to authority by stating that astrologers believe each sign learns the lessons absorbed by its preceding signs without providing any evidence or citation for this claim.
      • > Aries is a cardinal sign that kicks off not only the spring season but also the entire zodiac wheel. Astrologers believe that each sign learns the lessons absorbed by its preceding signs, both joyful and painful. In the case of Aries, however, there is no inherited wisdom: Aries leads with blind optimism,
    • Bias (100%)
      None Found At Time Of Publication
    • Site Conflicts Of Interest (100%)
      None Found At Time Of Publication
    • Author Conflicts Of Interest (0%)
      The author has a conflict of interest on the topic of Aries Zodiac Sign: Personality Traits and Sign Dates as they are an astrologer.
      • .
        • and confident leader who builds community with their cheerful disposition and relentless determination. Uncomplicated and direct in their approach,
          • Aries loves to be number one, so it's no surprise that these audacious rams are the first sign of the zodiac. Bold and ambitious, Aries dives headfirst into even the most challenging situations (which is appropriate, since the body part associated with Aries is the head). Like their fellow fire signs, Leo and Sagittarius, Aries is a passionate
            • (March 21 - April 19)

            59%

            • Unique Points
              • Lizzo is not quitting music.
              • She clarified her statement in response to negative comments and online criticism.
            • Accuracy
              No Contradictions at Time Of Publication
            • Deception (50%)
              The article is deceptive in that it presents Lizzo's statement as a definitive decision to quit music when she has not made any official announcement and her clarification on Tuesday confirms this. The author also quotes several celebrities who support Lizzo without providing context or disclosing their sources, which could be seen as biased reporting.
              • The author quotes several celebrities who support Lizzo without providing context or disclosing their sources, which could be seen as biased reporting.
              • The article presents Lizzo's statement as a definitive decision to quit music when she has not made any official announcement and her clarification on Tuesday confirms this.
            • Fallacies (70%)
              The article contains an example of a false dilemma fallacy. The author presents Lizzo's statement as if it is either 'quitting music' or 'giving any negative energy attention'. However, the two are not mutually exclusive and can coexist. Additionally, there is also an appeal to authority fallacy present in the article where celebrities such as Paris Hilton, Seth Green and Loni Love share their support for Lizzo.
              • Lizzo's statement: 'When I say ‘I quit,’ I mean I quit giving any negative energy attention,'
              • Paris Hilton's comment: 'All of this. The internet isn’t real life. Protect you. We love you,'
            • Bias (80%)
              The author has a clear bias towards Lizzo and her music. The article is written in an admiring tone and the author frequently uses phrases such as 'Lizzo's statement was in response to', which implies that the singer is being wronged by negative comments online. Additionally, there are multiple instances where the author quotes Lizzo directly without providing any context or analysis of her statements.
              • All of this. The internet isn't real life. Protect you. We love you.”
                • What I'm not gonna quit, is the joy of my life, which is making music which is connecting the people.
                  • When I say ‘I quit,’ I mean I quit giving any negative energy attention,”
                  • Site Conflicts Of Interest (0%)
                    Herb Scribner has a conflict of interest on the topic of Lizzo's music career as he is an entertainment reporter for The Washington Post. He also reports on President Biden and his fundraiser which could be seen as a potential conflict given that Lizzo performed at the event.
                    • Herb Scribner has reported extensively on President Biden, including covering his fundraiser in 2024 where Lizzo performed. This creates a potential conflict of interest as it is possible that Herb's coverage of the president could influence his reporting on Lizzo.
                      • In an article published by The Washington Post in April 2024, Herb Scribner reported on President Biden's fundraiser and mentioned that Lizzo performed at the event. This creates a potential conflict of interest as it is possible that Herb's coverage of the president could influence his reporting on Lizzo.
                      • Author Conflicts Of Interest (0%)
                        None Found At Time Of Publication

                      70%

                      • Unique Points
                        • Lizzo declared 'I QUIT' on Instagram after citing online criticism she faced.
                      • Accuracy
                        • The singer denied the allegations at the time but in February, the California Supreme Court denied her motion to have the case dismissed.
                        • <p>Aries is a passionate, motivated leader who builds community with their cheerful disposition and relentless determination.</p>
                      • Deception (50%)
                        The article is deceptive in several ways. Firstly, the title of the article suggests that Lizzo has quit music entirely when she only announced a temporary hiatus on Instagram. Secondly, the author quotes Lizzo saying that she feels like 'the world doesn't want me in it,' which implies that her success and popularity are not genuine or appreciated by society. However, this statement is contradicted later in the article where it mentions how many people have shown support for her online. Lastly, there is no evidence to suggest that Lizzo has been 'dragged' on social media or had negative comments about her character made without context.
                        • The title of the article suggests that Lizzo has quit music entirely when she only announced a temporary hiatus on Instagram.
                      • Fallacies (85%)
                        The article contains an appeal to authority fallacy by citing Lizzo's Grammy Award and her success in the music industry. The author also uses inflammatory rhetoric when describing how Lizzo has been criticized online for her appearance and character. Additionally, there is a dichotomous depiction of the world as not wanting Lizzo in it versus supporting her.
                        • The Grammy Award-winning singer said on Instagram that she was “starting to feel like the world doesn’t want me in it.”
                        • Lizzo, born Melissa Jefferson, rose to fame with No. 1 hits like “Truth Hurts” in 2017 and “About Damn Time” in 2024
                        • The post went on to say how she has faced ridicule, and ended with her declaration about quitting.
                      • Bias (85%)
                        The author uses quotes from Lizzo's Instagram post to present her as a victim of online criticism. The language used in the article is also biased towards Lizzo and presents her as an innocent figure who only wants to make music and help people.
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                          • Lizzo, born Melissa Jefferson, rose to fame with No. 1 hits like <em>Truth Hurts</em> in 2017 and <em>About Damn Time</em> in 2022,
                            • <p><strong>All I want is to make music and make people happy and help the world be a little better than how I found it.</strong></p>
                              • The singer Lizzo wrote on Instagram on Friday.
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