Noah Kahan's Rise to Superstardom Through Authenticity and Vulnerability
By
Angie Martoccio
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Summary
Rolling Stone's cover story profiles Noah Kahan, the 29-year-old singer-songwriter who achieved superstardom by being authentic and open about his mental health. The article covers his rise to fame, his new album 'The Great Divide,' his candid discussions about mental health struggles, and his journey from a small-town Vermont musician to a headlining arena act. Kahan's success is framed around his willingness to be vulnerable and genuine in his songwriting and public persona.
Key quotes
· 3 pulledIf we catch tilapia, we'll go viral as fuck.
I've always been open about my mental health because I think it's important for people to see that even successful people struggle.
The Great Divide is about the gap between who I was and who I want to be.
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