AURORA on 'The Gods We Can Touch', COP26 & working with Sub Urban | In Conversation

AURORA joins us for the latest in NME's In Conversation, to discuss her new record 'The Gods We Can Touch', performing at COP26, working with The Chemical Brothers and her upcoming tour with Sub Urban.
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[@alerpik]

I have to say, even though Aurora does seem otherworldly, isn't she speaking the things and truths we all feel inside? The spirituality, the humanity, this connection to the world. I like Aurora so much because I feel that she's SO human. So truly human. She goes beyond any material interests, and I feel like she reflects our cores. Our souls. But we all have this energy inside, you know?

[@avedic]

100%. This. :)

[@bronwynfranczak3897]

Could not agree more. She is what I want to be. So open and comfortable and human. If everyone was as human as her i think we would be happy we would be free.

[@angelic_screams]

She not only expresses that engery but For people who are down or sort of programmed to not feel Certain things Her music and her alone helps people feel things again. She helped me feel empathetic towards people And im sure she does a lot of good for others as well .

[@cinderbella2227]

I don't think we all have this inside of us. Sadly.

[@GirlStrong-op9bg]

will write my personality traits, guess what my nationality is, and tell me what your impressions are of me. What are the anime characters or famous characters or celebrities that look like my personality am a girl who lives in a small, religious city, and the people here are religious, calm, and often serious. There is no enthusiasm or unusual things happening in my city. It is a safe and calm city. I have black hair and I am light brown, and I have a small oval face and a medium forehead, I have a long nose but thin at the same time, and I have full lips and I am thin, the positive qualities in me are that I am sympathetic, creative, and imaginative, and I have a high sense, and I love children and I desire to be a mother one day These days I am tolerant of others, I am self-aware, I am cautious and do not take risks, I do not like violence, I have a high sense of justice and treat others with kindness, and I am also keen to protect myself. ‎‏Therefore, I do not enter into random emotional relationships, because I do not mess around, rather I want to form a family at a young age, perhaps when I turn 23, because it is the age that I will be when I graduate from university. I want to grow up with my children and I want to raise them without violence or fear, only love and guidance. I also want to learn an additional language and get a job and get my own money. I am a respectable girl and I do not speak in a loud and rude voice. I also do not sexualize myself for men, because I am confident in myself and see myself with a high value, so I respect my femininity. I am a spontaneous and fun girl from the inside. But I am mysterious on the outside because I listen more than I speak so I have acquired the skill of noticing other people's body language not professionally, but it's just a feeling, I can tell when someone is not good to me, I can feel empathy even for animals ‎‏But despite my sympathetic personality, which cares about people more than things, I do not want to work as a psychiatrist. Rather, I want to work in an environment that strengthens my logical and practical side. I do not want a job related to dealing with feelings and people, and this is exactly what I understand inside me, but I want to be strong. The rational side of me, I want to work in a simple but important job, I want to be in a comfortable and supportive environment, I also care about women's rights, but I'm not extremist and I don't hate men, and I also love cats, I also don't like heavy makeup and short clothes ‎‏ I love simple feminine clothes, I like bright colors and light makeup, but I don't wear makeup because I love my natural face, I am modest, but this does not mean that I will not defend my rights, when it comes to me I become stubborn and difficult ‎‏My negative qualities are that I am shy and hesitant and I may judge others quickly because I am sensitive so I want to protect myself and my feelings so I do not want to give my energy to others so I set limits for others I also depend on my family a lot and I am a spoiled girl but emotionally and not financially we are a middle-income family However, my family provides the basics that I need, they are overprotective, it is difficult for me to take responsibility and I also have social anxiety, and despite that, I try to do my best to improve myself, I appreciate the positive aspects of me, I love my family and my brothers, but I want to I depend on myself more, I want them to trust my ability to rely on myself, I want to know more about the outside world, I want to travel and see different cultures, I want to marry someone I love and who loves me I love people and children. I love having conversations with children. I love simple things and simple and natural beauty I love spontaneous people who express their feelings easily. I feel comfortable with them My brother tells me that when he hugs me, he feels that I am giving him tenderness, and the people around me tell me that I am a polite girl And my grandmother's housekeeper tells me I'm polite and I speak in a soft voice I may look like a spontaneous, petite, and shy girl, but I really do have other sides to my personality for example People may get me wrong when I ask them some questions, or when I accidentally know some details about them, or when I speak spontaneously and give them some advice. I believe that the people who may not be compatible with my personality are the rational, serious, strict, religious extremists, arrogant, fake, and materialistic people. people who are thoughtful, kind, shy, and willing to help others like me I noticed that people who are popular and seem arrogant and superficial are not interested in knowing me, but people who look like heroes behind the scenes are interested in me

[@KalosAgathon]

I think she really is a wounded healer. Her art and interviews helped so much to accept myself. And her new album is just fantastic. Very powerful. Tusen Takk, Aurora!

[@rorocio93]

@@gingerninjer355 There are people who have that in themselves. I get what you mean. I think so too. She has a really beautiful and healing energy around her.

[@Stringypete1]

I love that..."wounded healer"

[@InTrEstInghmm]

Same tbh

[@lucile1695]

I love the contrast between her very wise speech like she is 200 years old and her very random gestures like she is 2. She talks about religion, politics, relationships, universe... But also randomly dances, puts her ring in her mouth then directly take it out and put it back on, goes into her weee session. She is so strange and that makes her so accurate. I mean... I've never seen someone so human. She does exactly the same thing in her interview that I could do talking to someone and being friendly while also being so insecure about myself. I love the fact that she is so true to herself, is so honest, and therefore we can't really fully understand her. Because most of the time people on interviews, artists, we think we know them well, but they say the same speech from one interview to an other, they act very much like it's all scripted. They pretend honesty by doing the complete opposite.

[@shable1436]

Or by being so awkward in front of cameras that you look autistic, but I think she is being overly manufactured, and image is crafted. I know it looks like herself, but looking at pictures of her covering one eye gave me the creeps that she feels like doing that

[@RommerskirchenFrank]

Isn't she a gift to this world? I love her 🤍🤍🤍🤍🤍

[@lucile1695]

If she wasn't a musician, she would have definitely been a philosopher

[@ettoremusic]

We all are both... When I found out that I was a musician I discovered how philosophic I was.

[@edwardgyan9749]

you dont need to be one or the other. Being a philosopher isn't a career choice. it's a state of mind.

[@John-gv2ug]

The depth of Aurora's thought processes and the wisdom that emanates from that is extraordinary and especially amazing from one so young.

[@Darthflips]

if your in junior high

[@itsflyfo]

she's pushing 30

[@Terradoc1]

"Bodhisattvas are enlightened beings who have put off entering paradise in order to help others attain enlightenment." Aurora must've taken the vow in a previous life since she came back to us in this beautiful form, sharing her love and wisdom!

[@goblinsdammit]

I've had the same thought about Aurora. To me she is a Bodhisattva. I just hope she doesn't get too lost in the political.

[@xxbittertwink]

@@goblinsdammit If she wants to help others why shouldn't it get political?

[@goblinsdammit]

@@xxbittertwink The political can lead to good v.s. evil, us v.s. them mentality. It's totally fine for people to go down that path, but it's not the Bodhisattva path.

[@xxbittertwink]

@@goblinsdammit True, but I don't think she's ever claimed to be a Bodhisattva. Sure, people can make assumptions based on their own beliefs but ultimately its her word over her existence vs ours. The only thing she's claimed to be is a witch.

[@shable1436]

I think it's well crafted

[@magzug]

She looks like she's been transferred from another world. And beautiful. And wise. And weeee.

[@warrenmacdonald3463]

Not only is she my favourite artist, but also my favourite philosopher too lol. i just love listening to her speak, she must be one of the most intelligent and wisest people I've ever heard. Every time she speaks I learn something new about myself, the world or life itself, and am left pondering her words and ideas for a long time afterwards. It astonishes me that she is only in her mid twenties and a few years older than me... she is wise beyond her years, like she has lived a thousand lives before this one. never stop aurora the world needs you, your art, and your heart

[@avedic]

She's talked before about wanting to write a book....about how she sees the world, her own personal philosophy. I would SO read that. I love how "big picture" and meta she thinks. SO many artists are concerned with the day to day dramas of relationships...and there is a place for that. But...I love how Aurora is interested in bigger archetypes. You can see it just by looking at her album titles: all my *_demons_* greeting me as a friend, a different kind of *_human,_* the *_gods_* we can touch. And then her latest non-album single....the *_devil_* is *_human._* There's something very Jungian about how she sees the world. Matching a Greek god with each song on the new album. Speaking of the sun as a man and the moon as a woman. Her album and song titles often referencing gods, humans, demons, plants, animals, water, minerals, etc...as personified entities. She has a very animistic perspective on reality as a whole...that lends itself well to art about big topics. There are PLENTY of artists writing songs about getting drunk, going to the club, and hooking up.....all fun things, no doubt. But...it's nice there's someone like Aurora doing something different. Love her for that.

[@boo3553]

Is it just me or is Aurora just so soothing to listen to? Never mind the music.

[@lukaj679]

Love the synesthesia moment, Aurora helps me embrace those similar moments where describing your inner world can make others react in confusion and potentially judgement. It also helps me check my own internalized voice that judges social behavior, because she speaks like how I used to think before constant bullying.

[@saskiaromann5585]

It's a little overwhelming to grow and realise that your thoughts constantly change and that, although you do have control over what comes out, sometimes it's nice to not worry so much about what comes out. Judgement from others always makes it harder to feel comfortable letting what is inside, out. But! Do not fear, fellow weirdo/warrior. Social behavior is something that is also strongly affected by the subjects who are socializing. Surround yourself with more of your own kind, and try taking judgement (which I like to call uninformed criticism in my inner dialogue) with a pinch of salt. I know its hard, and some days it will be harder than others, but I really believe that we are far too hard on ourselves, and that you must also appreciate the fact that you are able to actually use emotional and social intelligence to your advantage. Its a rare thing.

[@dandantsm6560]

Thank you for saying the name of the thing i forgot! synesthesia... I remember i saw videos about that and it was very interesting And then as soon as Aurora talked about the taste of the word "tiktok" i was like "wait a minute..." :') But yeah she just speaks in a way that.. you know... in a lot of situations people would find weird, but she talks about it like it's not weird at all, as if everyone else already knew what it was and accepted it and that's so nice for some reason

[@IdaBrun]

I think she's a phenomenal artist and musician, but I think she's even more remarkable as a person. I find myself hanging on every word she says and thinking about it long afterward

[@no_namegkjhfkashfkdshflkjdashf]

I love aurora. I was constantly berated and judged for being myself, but she shows me that I can be myself without being afraid of that judgement. I talk a lot like she does, pattern wise. I also move like she does, I always called them my twitches. It's really fun seeing someone like me for once in media. Autism should be represented like this, instead of the fear tactics they feed parents.

[@aingeallx]

ahh, the ending made me cry. it's been hard, really hard for me, so Aurora saying she's proud of me is literally EVERYTHING ෆ

[@Rvninck]

The most infp person ever existed. Love you motherr!!! 💖💖

[@MissMoontree]

What is infp?

[@Rvninck]

@@MissMoontree It's a type of personality based on a test named Myers-briggs or MBTI. Infp is one those personalities and it's soooo her

[@forrrob]

A very special interview!! The interviewer is very well preaired, is asking good questions and this gives Aurora the right atmosphere to open up. They know, respect and like each other. A big "thank you" to both of you!

[@MsLaura518]

Her voice brings peace to my soul. She is so pure and true.

[@kelsey2167]

It is so hard to believe she is my age when she conducts herself with such grace and poise. And it’s so natural too!!

[@MissMoontree]

I'm an angry little blob and she's elegant and with a kind voice.

[@cheerfulfatalist]

healthly infp in nutshell. the way she speaks, acts... it's magical. she's too pure for this world. she's like a fairy!

[@avedic]

I often roll my eyes when people try to label some famous person from a distance with what they think their Meyers-Briggs is. You see videos like that all the time and it's usually just some person....guessing. But with Aurora? Yeah, she's 100% an INFP lol. And like you said, far and away the healthiest version of that a person can be.

[@Dreamy_boii]

I think she's too *chaotic* to be infp, more like enfp

[@cheerfulfatalist]

@@Dreamy_boii oh man, believe me, infps can be VERY chaotic XD

[@aonain09]

also: unmasked autistic 🌞

[@DanielLawsonOfficial]

Auroras interviews are always a breath of fresh air, just listening to her talk about the way she lives her life inspires me so much to have the same vision for my own, she’s truly the embodiment of an angel 🤍

[@gentianvandewerken929]

she plays that anyway!

[@avedic]

I've been feeling a bit stuck lately...just in a slump, a downturn. It's not the full on scary depression I've experienced in years past. It's just more of a "why bother with life?" vibe. I go to work...I get sh*t done. But it's merely to pay the bills...to keep life chugging along. But the magic of life...that effervescent feeling that everything is everything....I miss that feeling. I've had it before, but it's felt distant lately. And then today.....I remembered AURORA EXISTS! She may well be the one person who can pull me out of this. Even though it's just watching interviews with her on youtube....something about her disposition to life really resonates with me. It's because she's both incredibly whimsical and magical....while also being very smart and real and honest and actually wise...and someone who's clearly dealt with her own share of genuine depression. And the fact she's also an extreme introvert who nonetheless has figured out how to share here gifts with the wider world....that's rare and inspiring.

[@jaybee346]

A true angel 😇 so well spoken and genuine. She’s very intentional with everything she does

[@FASHIONEDbyFINESSE]

That dress is a work of art it looks amazing on her! It goes well with her golden aura. I love how with her hands she collects and sends the high energy cosmic vibes during this interview/session. I could definitely feel it ! She actually explains this when she talks about silence and going within herself to listen for the messages , the higher vibe energy. Like many of use here now,she is, and we are star family on a mission.

[@bohochic1625]

I love the way even her hand movements as she speak are graceful, shes like an actual fairy

[@evelynbaclig5809]

So wise beyond her youth...Am happy that Aurora has the platform to talk to the world not only through her music but through the words of wisdom that comes from the depth of her thoughts and from the spaces of her heart...There is a wonderful rapport between the excellent interviewer and the very articulate Aurora..Thank you NME....

[@kir7143]

How adorable can one person be? Aurora, you are not only talented with your art, but intelligent too. And funny, did I say that? You are one of a kind :) Love your new album, album of the year, for sure :)

[@magicalunicornpoosws]

Aurora is way too precious, such a beautiful human & I cannot handle her extraordinary mind, it's too wonderful.

[@danilles.4247]

What a radiant being of light

[@60plus01]

One of the best interviews I have seen with Aurora

[@satorugojo6881]

She is simply herself. Beautiful personality. I doubt there's any media training for her

[@blobloblob1627]

AURORA is Tom Bombadil of our universe 😻 In Tolkien universe, Tom is mysterious like he may be elder than the stars and universe, yet very down to earth, like an hippie. And his normal conversation has melodies and fun word plays. He sings all the time. Tik-e-tee-Tok 💓 AURORA should play Tom Bombadil's wife Goldberry in upcoming Lord Of The Rings series.

[@MissMoontree]

Pleaseee

[@aidanlarson9118]

I’m sure she would love that! I heard that she’s such a big fan of The Lord of the Rings too. 😌

[@blobloblob1627]

@@aidanlarson9118 Yes, If they would add Tom Bombadil and Goldberry, they would make them as cameo, or some sort of short-screentime roles, but with singing parts. That would be enough and fine for someone like Aurora, who doesn't act much.

[@NyxTyrianthinus]

I am a little Tolkien nerd and I think not even Tolkien himself would mind much, if we gernderbend Bombadil, so Aurora can play him. Though Goldberry Aurora would be a nice treat as well. I think Tolkien had a nice way to write characters without making the gender of them an important defining point. I apreciate that a lot, especialy in context of the time in wich he wrote his books.

[@blobloblob1627]

@@NyxTyrianthinus Imagine, Aurora(INFP like Goldberry) and Donald Grover(ENFP like Tom Bombadil) dancing and singing together for little harfoots(proto-hobbits that is going to appear on upcoming lotr series) 😉😃

[@camilleb9706]

Wonderful interview! Thank you for giving her space to speak what's on her mind. The interviewer asked all the good questions. She is so beautiful and well-spoken. I laughed at that one weeeee moment, bilingual minds work like that. I love the album! I can't wait to see her live in concert.

[@viennejolie4893]

Aurora really does taste like champagne why is it so fitting 😭

[@teddyeatspudding]

This must be one of her best interviews I think. I admire how smart she is!

[@SilverWitch31]

Lovely interview and thanks again for sharing your wisdom. WEEEEEEE! Hope I can meet you one day 🥺

[@lucile1695]

I also love her little random stories on every interview.

[@kaylaray8885]

Why does it seem that her music is the only one that makes you feel free ?

[@shawnc666]

I LOVE AURORA..... I can't believe the interviewer didn't know that she was trying to say "regressed"..... Lovely interview nonetheless!

[@seidenschnabelfederflugel5441]

Aurora IS the god we can touch. She is the god we can touch. 😊

[@aeropilot4419]

That was the title of my Apple Music review, lol 🙂

[@franciscolicari6806]

she's a magical human being

[@erin6207]

Blood in the wine was really impactful to me. I’ve done my best to let shame go and it means the world ♥️

[@lucile1695]

The thing about God being put far away is so interesting, I really love to learn about different religions and the evolution of it and the evolution of all humanity in general but I just didn't think about that one and it is so so cool to just let her make us all wonder about that kind of stuff.

[@catalogueofwonders]

What a wonderful person Aurora is!!!

[@MsAbaddonna]

Oh my... she's so precious 🤧

[@gustavonogueira6293]

I don't know 😭😭 like she's so human yet so bigger than that 😭😭😭😭❤️❤️❤️

[@casjopaia_via]

I really love how Aurora talks and feels and I am very grateful for the album ✨ Also thanks for the interview, I had a lovely time watching it. The two angels on his socks are from a painting by Raphael called ‚Sistine Madonna‘ (1513, oil on canvas, Gemäldegalerie alte Meister in Dresden). The actual painting is much bigger than the two angels on the bottom, though many only know those angels. I absolutely adore those socks, very cool.

[@honeybgood9691]

This beautiful human touches my soul.

[@MsAbaddonna]

Oi I really enjoyed this interview! Thank you so much!

[@RaymondArias]

Me: Okay. Aurora's new interview. She looks regal. She and the interviewer looks formal. The topic could be serious. Also me: WEEEEEEE..... 🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣

[@fictionallove_2416]

oooo, watching this after 2 days, and honestly I'm so glad for Aurora and her new Album, love it so much! She literally is the dream, all her songs from the new album are so obsessive.

[@giovannabegotti]

Aurora is so precious♡♡

[@gidco6044]

really nice to watch this interview after all the other ones they've done together, such cool conversations!

[@jerrydeamud6907]

She’s a flower child. I’m obsessed with her.

[@Camilapo101]

She's brilliant and beautiful 😍😍 I just learn so much with her and her music is healing and I just want to cry 🥲

[@allalaiao]

Always delightful

[@Warrior._.OF._.Aurora_15]

Very wonderful interview I loved it so much she me me a lot through these interviews to accept myself and help the nature and be myself. Thanks Aurora 😍❤️

[@John-zo4wu]

Great interview, you really seem to connect to her with good questions. She really opens up and is still enchanting as always!

[@tmsvanes]

What a great connection between you. A wonderful conversation!! 😊

[@shakostarsun]

Aurora is so awesome, I'm jelly I haven't got to meet her yet.

[@Mr.CreamCheese69]

Woooow she's soo much fun and cheerful

[@graemesandstrom5654]

Such a great interview. She’s adorable! 🧚‍♀️❤️🇦🇺

[@noweasytiger]

Thank you for existing in this world, aurora❤️

[@taidynasty7801]

Bro aurora thoughts are just so heartfelt yunno

[@LAVISHING]

Thanks Andrew! I love the NME interviews. I plan on doing one sometime when I can get over to England!

[@slade2511]

Love it. Love her. Thank you Aurora! I'm more myself because of you.

[@kennethadkins8432]

Love her free spirit personality

[@Desprograme-se]

Aurora sempre um bálsamo para a alma ❤️🙏🏻

[@wellingtonduarte9592]

Vc por aqui... que legal, não sabia que gostava da música dela.

[@shamanahaboolist]

Aurora makes my heart race.

[@raquelwright1607]

I love this lady.

[@kyleadrianecanieso219]

17:25 me when i hear an AURORA song

[@agirlbelngingtthewild9625]

When I drink champagne I'll think of Aurora :3 I already think of Aurora when I have wine.

[@Gh0stHack3r.]

Great intervju, Aurora are such a wonderful and amazing person. World would be a good place if more introverts got their voice heard.

[@namidakoh1027]

Aurora’s interview is so in-depth, it can be a PhD dissertation. United Nation protect this angel on earth please!!!!

[@mikal2338]

This girl is Enchanting! She reminds me of that movie: Bridge to Terabithia

[@timjay5798]

Weeeee! Sure, it can be funny when a word slips out of grasp, but it never fails to amaze me when people are able to express themselves so articulately with a language other than their native one. Wish I could... perty neat! It was a fine interview, lots of good perspective. Thank you, enjoyed!

[@ladameblanche4700]

Her mind is simply fascinating

[@johnzx14rk94]

This girl has a tremendous energy and truth within and without. She understands the links... Great understanding in this girl, who is this girl? She is going to be someone special someday. Goodluck beautiful girl.

[@vidarmedl]

She is already something special!

[@johnzx14rk94]

@@vidarmedl ?.

[@vidarmedl]

@@johnzx14rk94 Haven't you heard her songs?

[@xcharlie_xox2966]

She's a singer / song writer. Please search up her music it's beautiful.

[@duanefreestone4557]

I love her 🥰

[@sikuru-9722]

Interviewer is so good ❤

[@hannadegerlund3227]

Aurora ❤ Greetings from Finland

[@Rackelhane]

Aurora a beautiful northen Light.

[@raqraven789]

Those artists who painted the Aurora picture in the wall are legends like they bring a massive printer to make it so realistic.

[@danielcypher3061]

Great interviewer and that's an understatement!

[@RommerskirchenFrank]

It is Raphael, who painted them... I have the same socks 😁😊😇

[@FernStone]

I just love her ...

[@erod4643]

She’s so wise.

[@LyndseyMacPherson]

Your hope is our hope, Aurora. 🙏

[@annehyden1088]

she is so wise you know.

[@TomTomson81]

Great interview. Very interesting and entertaining 😁

[@marcoprostamo8119]

Elegantissima 💫

[@mallewi]

I really needed to hear the bit at 27:27. Idk if she'll ever read this comment but: thank you.

[@jonathanwetherell3609]

Aurora, a different kind of Human, thank goodness! Looking forward to March 28th.

[@agirlbelngingtthewild9625]

4:38 🥺💗

[@zephyc2403]

she's my religion

[@kikiwritingslive]

gaurora is lovely as always, but the interviewer is also great!!

[@betmo]

he is not the world's best interviewer but i love her to the moon and back

[@sarahkiddle1908]

Can you feel it? 🌟🌠✨

[@lucile1695]

And oh sorry for commenting so much but I know it's good for the algorithm and I've got so much to share !!!

[@nouharachoudi974]

the interviewer did a great job