Lizzo Opens Up About Weight Gain And Mental Health Journey

Lizzo's Health Journey: A Rollercoaster of Emotions

Lizzo, the powerhouse behind hits like "About Damn Time," is serving up some real talk about her health journey. In 2025, she stunned fans with a jaw-dropping 60-pound weight loss. Fast forward to now, and Lizzo's getting candid about regaining 20 pounds and the challenges that come with it. Chatting with The Guardian, she shared, "I've gained 20 pounds since last year, so everyone can ask me about weight gain, too, if they'd like."

Breaking Down the Weight Loss Motivation

The "Juice" singer squashed the buzz that her weight loss was depression-driven. Instead, she had her sights set on a holistic goal – mental and physical wellness. "There are a lot of reasons," Lizzo explained. "People always want to make it one single headline, one single thing. A lot of things can be true at once. I was in a place where my physical weight was causing joint pain and aches." The artist took a step back from the online whirl, channeling her energy into the studio and healthier living.

"I also got to the point where I came off the internet, and all I had was the studio and my thoughts. So I poured myself into the things I could control. My body, my lifestyle. My routines and habits." – Lizzo

Dispelling Rumors and Finding Peace

Rumor mills buzzed with claims of Ozempic aiding her weight loss, but Lizzo told it straight on the Just Trish podcast last year, emphasizing the science behind her lifestyle change. "I tried everything. It's just the science for me. Calories in versus calories out," she shared. Dismissing quick fixes, she highlighted the power of self-discipline.

Navigating Personal Insecurities

Lizzo also peeled back the layers on her lifelong insecurities. In a chat with the Los Angeles Times, she revealed feeling "very annoying" in her younger years, coupled with her struggle as a budding flautist. "I'm the baby in the family, and I played probably the most annoying instrument to be bad at," she confessed. Despite these early challenges, Lizzo has since transformed her insecurities into empowering anthems that resonate with fans worldwide.