Ariana Grande says she loves 'Petal' music video 'with my entire heart' amid scrutiny
LOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA: Ariana Grande has said she loves her 'Petal' music video as she continues to face public scrutiny over her appearance.
The 33-year-old singer shared behind-the-scenes moments on her social media page, showcasing the work behind her new album, which was released on July 31.
Ariana Grande thanks team behind 'Petal' video
Taking to Instagram on Wednesday, August 5, Grande wrote, “‘blooming and firmly planted . . ꕤ’ i love this video with my entire heart & must express my deepest, endless gratitude to my brilliant collaborators and friends who have brought this song of mine to life with me and who helped tell this story …”
“Thank you to everyone who gave their brilliance, care and time … ꕤ,” the 'Wicked' actress added before going on to credit all of her team members.
Ariana Grande plans break after Eternal Sunshine Tour
This update from Grande came days after her representative announced that she would be taking “a much-deserved break from public-facing work and appearances” after wrapping up her Eternal Sunshine Tour on September 1.
“She looks forward to finishing the tour and ending it on a high note, both healthily and happily, and then taking a much-deserved break from public-facing work and appearances, which has led to endless, ongoing public scrutiny,” they shared.
The spokesperson also added that “this tour has been a beautiful experience for her. She loves her fans and has loved every minute of this tour so much.”
Ariana Grande reveals break was pre-planned
But the discussion surrounding her appearance did not slow down, prompting Grande to address it directly.
On August 3, during her tour stop in Chicago, she asked her fans, “Is it OK if we get a little real tonight?”
The 'No Tears Left To Cry' hitmaker continued, “Sometimes when a story comes out that’s not directly from me, things can get a little blown out of proportion, so I just wanted to speak to my fans directly tonight, because I love you so much.”
Grande also asserted that her decision to take a break was “not a reactive or impulsive thing. It is something that I had decided, a plan I had quietly made a long time ago, and it’s a decision that was made from a thoughtful and empowered place.”
Calling the tour “the most healing, beautiful, corrective, magnificent, special experience of my life,” she added, “I wish words were enough to articulate just how much I love you all. Now we can keep going."
