In a recent interview with GQ Magazine, Beyoncé revealed her thoughts on perfectionism, fame, and her creative process.
The megastar, often seen as a perfectionist, shared that her work is driven by personal pace, growth, and the hope of inspiring others.
“I hope my work encourages people to look within themselves and come to terms with their own creativity, strength, and resilience,” she said.
Beyoncé went on to address the pressure of fame, describing it as feeling “prison-like” at times.
“I’m not focused on perfectionism. I focus on evolution, innovation, and shifting perception,” she explained.
For her, the burden comes not from the creative process but from the demands of fame.
“When you don’t see me on red carpets, and when I disappear until I have art to share, that’s why,” she explained.
Reflecting on her long career, the singer emphasized the importance of personal joy and mental health.
“There aren’t many of us from the late ’90s who were taught to focus on mental health,” she said. “Now I work smarter. The biggest reward is personal joy. Has what I created pushed others to think freely and believe in the impossible?”
As for why fans didn’t get any music videos for her Renaissance album, Beyoncé explained that the richness of the music needed space to stand alone.
“The music is so rich in history and instrumentation… Sometimes a visual can be a distraction from the quality of the voice and the music,” she added.
