Aurora Says She Enjoys Getting Older, Talks New Album 'The Gods We Can Touch'

Aurora speaks with B-Sides host Pete Mar about turning 25, how she handled the pandemic and affected the songwriting on her latest album 'The Gods We Can Touch' and more.
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[@driftingpaperboat]

When Aurora talks she gives herself the time and space to feel what emerges from that ocean within then tries to express it as precise with transparency. I often find it difficult to articulate what comes up in me, it's really nice when I give myself permission to take time to truly express myself, but mostly I just feel sorry for lagging the dialogue. It's lovely to see that she doesn't rush herself, she does herself justice. She's such an accepting and expansive person

[@grinninggoat5369]

Give yourself some credit.... you seemed to express yourself just fine there. ;)

[@kristakindle1497]

I can relate very much to the remark I just feel sorry for lagging the dialogue. I have a very hard time myself communicating my thoughts and feelings which often comes out with me taking forever to express what's on my mind and still not fully getting my point across. Hear is to us being able to express ourselves clearly and efficiently.

[@kristakindle1497]

I always find it's easier to express myself through text because I can take as long as I want to do it without feeling bad and I can correct mistakes before I say them

[@driftingpaperboat]

@@kristakindle1497 I'm close to understanding why it's hard for people like me and you, it's not that we can't articulate, it's just hard to articulate in the way that we're trained to, ie. concise, precise, to the point language that is preferred by most people. But if you have an intricate inner world where you dwell most of the time and have very nuanced feelings, and if your cognition is mostly abstract and intuitive, divergent and imaginative, less filled with words but more with feelings or images, then naturally it will take some time for you to express yourself because you often have to translate it into words and go through all the connections that you feel before you can get to the point. I think Aurora does this too, it's just that she allows herself to talk out loud the connections that comes to her mind (which seem random to most people but in her mind they're all connected in some way) on the way to the point/impetus. I think there's nothing wrong with that. It's just a different mode of cognition that happens to be at odds with mainstream values that's as valuable as a thinker's cognition. That's why a lot of us prefer creative expressions, art, music, writing, etc because we feel more alive and ourselves with through these mediums.

[@kristakindle1497]

@@driftingpaperboat you said that very well. Better than I've heard in awhile. I do see my thoughts visually and through emotions. Not words. I am also very creative and find it easier to express my thoughts through paintings and drawings then words.

[@LuigiTheItalian]

Hearing her talk is like ASMR. I love how quirky she is too.

[@celestinegomez8026]

Seriously, her voice is like butter to my soul

[@auroraswarriors]

It is obvious how comfortable Aurora was in this interview, which makes me so happy! This interview was lovely to watch, thank you

[@JupiterMoonT-TFnafObsessed]

Hi! :)

[@wibli]

"Babies are stupid, you can´t have a conversation with them, they don´t pay rent, they don´t contribute with nothing and they´re useless" - Aurora

[@Wes.ontheshore]

😆 I laughed so fkin hard at that

[@aziumic]

AURORA PLEASE 😭😭😭

[@lilo4000]

@@Wes.ontheshore that cracked me up too 😭😭

[@waliyouuu6758]

Aurora *talks about how she love her nephew* one minute later : "he is stupid and useless" 😭

[@reylotsofrancis5404]

She doesn't contribute to anything too.

[@anecd0che]

I just adore the gentle kindness, respect and love these two seem to share between each other. What a beautiful interview.

[@moimorak]

I litteraly cried of cuteness at the end

[@rosalindahenry7001]

@@moimorak She's cute for sure! She's still very much in a child's world. 😉

[@barrygrayson1941]

@@rosalindahenry7001 id live in her world anyday of the week

[@CUNDUNDO]

Come on stop romanticizing things what planet do you live in ? this is all about money nothing else,he is doing his job and she is doing her job too there are a lot of masks involved in all this !

[@ke_neil_we]

​@@CUNDUNDOI wish you all the inner-childlike wonder and joy missing in your life. 🦄💗🌈🤗

[@iana6713]

What a super interview. It's a rare person who seems to truly know themselves, but Aurora speaks as if she does know herself deeply. Far more than many of us know ourselves! She's just fascinating to listen to, explaining how she thinks.

[@MellowJelly]

this is how most neurodivergent people are when people take the time and interest to be curious about them

[@sarahstudies8149]

@@MellowJelly Yes definitely

[@hewla5062]

@@MellowJelly Shove that label back in your fingertips, up your nervous system to your brain, recycle this, and bring it back with essence. Are you sure though? I've had a lot of people come up with or use labels like these, and it's very annoying, because once people are using these, they aren't seeing me, and I much prefer no filter. How do I know? Because I'm treated based off their understanding of a concept that is being applied on me. Oh, how can it be? Because studies have a purpose, just in society to be used on people who need treatment in professional settings. I'm a person, nothing more or less. It's this is what causes misinterpretations of people, and misunderstandings. It's until one has experienced mistreatment due to labels, then I think people will realize the effect it can have on people. Let people be the writer of their own books and vice versa. Researching is good, but applying it on to people isn't good, it can be very restrictive, and cause blind spots and tunnel vision.

[@dafbj7256]

I love how she seems to be tasting the honey when she said the food names. Synesthesia it is...🙌💖

[@mightyV444]

"...you're an aunt now!" - "An ant! A - n - t !" 😄 So adorable! 😊

[@MsAbaddonna]

Wow her voice is pretty different in this interview. I think she felt more comfortable.

[@3IRDDY]

She's such a grounded person, very honest, and beyond kind. She accepts her life and what's to come; and for some people it's really hard to do that. I think her being completely present but also completely in her own world is beautiful in the sense that she is able to be such a loving person as well! Very calm!

[@rosalindahenry7001]

There are a lot of people like her...on drugs!🙄

[@MsAbaddonna]

The people talking in the background need some bread and cheese 🧀

[@YolandaSamone]

Lol agreed!

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

What were they saying. Where a they saying something related with the cheese and bread??

[@SilverWitch31]

We all should meet in this castle and have wine and cheese and broccoli 🥹

[@MsAbaddonna]

And bread!

[@SilverWitch31]

@@MsAbaddonna OH YES can’t forget bread!

[@additionalsky]

I can only hope one day to be as open and connected with myself and my being as Aurora. She is both and old soul and a new soul spreading a message that can’t be put into words, but we feel it all deep down. I love hearing her speak almost more than I love her music, because she gives so much to think about 🥰

[@Ne_Putriot]

Для этого тебе надо сделать прическу каре😏

[@JaxAndree]

You can do it! Knowing and loving yourself is so important. 💜

[@wpimm5200]

I am a bit of an insular person, to be honest. But there is something about watching Aurora be interviewed, or simply talk....its mesmerising and, personally the experience is totally impossible to come away with anything negative. Its very odd. But its also, kind of an rare privilege.

[@lindanisbusiso]

She brings senses to life, she literally tastes the honey 🍯

[@Adrian_Marmy]

priceless... and I'm not even sure she was aware of it....

[@nicolegashie4332]

The biscuit with the honey sauce 😩

[@DvDPlaya]

She's awesome. Her Mother must be amazing.

[@RaeLarz]

She's truly present. I see so clearly that's what makes her a magnetic artist.

[@basausi]

The more I listen to Aurora… the more I lose focus on things. Everything is so dreamy now!

[@John-zo4wu]

This such a good interview, you really connect with her. She gives such meaningful answers, she is so interesting and insightful.

[@vincearmstrong5654]

Oh Aurora. "Life us so long". Live another twenty five years and you'll see (and experience) how short and fleeting our lives are. It's frightening if you let it overshadow your everyday. I, BTW, didn't look at the date, so this may be a late comment, but it stands. Keep creating, experiencing, entertaining yourself and us.

[@overseermarkus]

I am 50 now and it feels more natural then any other age. I get Aurora and I think she would get me. Maybe that's the magical presence of Aurora. We all feel connected to logical or mythical knowledge of her music and presence.

[@YolandaSamone]

Even when she’s talking, her voice is so entrapping and mesmerizing💜

[@DrDrift-rl6cc]

ikr! It's so nice, makes me happy and calm instantly.

[@Imnotamused444]

I'd give ANYTHING to go have cheese and bread in a castle with Aurora💔

[@BensCoffeeRants]

She just gave you instructions on how to get there basically :D

[@-Cinderman]

Aurora might have one of the coolest minds I've ever encountered. Her depth of self-awareness is stunning, and her ability to express how she views the world is on the level of a bodhisattva. I'm so glad I stumbled upon this jewel.

[@MellowJelly]

I'm surprised you haven't encountered many people like this in the world. truly shocked.

[@-Cinderman]

@@MellowJelly I get that. Unfortunately, my overall experience in my 60 odd years is that almost ALL people are too self-possessed to be "teacher-like". But sure, I have my list of teachers that have inspired me: Thich Nhat Hanh, Doranne Crable, Neil Peart, etc. ☮

[@user-gx3sz1sp3o]

the interviewer did a wonderful job with this interview. it's refreshing to see genuine expressions from two different people

[@updlate4756]

11:40 "I honor this studio with a piece of myself for all eternity." 🤣

[@LuigiTheItalian]

"I can't wait to be 50, or 66" wow, never heard someone so eager to become old.

[@Jadorelestournesols]

I’m so happy she spoke a little bit about indigenous people 🙏🏽

[@ZeeJohansen]

Aurora is about 10.5 years younger than me, but her talking about how long life is was some wisdom I needed to hear today! ❤

[@Tasmanianwolf369-dd3xg]

Aurora is down to earth and I mean that in a good way, and she is making me hungry talking about food. She is a child of the forest by the meadow, she is so beautiful and intelligent, and kind-hearted. She must have been sent to us with that beautiful magical voice.

[@Gibbs.123]

Aurora 🧚🏻 🌲 🌎 🌳 🧚🏻 This lady is a gifted human She is a gift who keeps gifting 🙌🏼👏🏻🙌🏼 full on gratitude from myself to herself & her epic band members 🎸 🥁 🎹 🎤

[@SDM17RG]

I'm the opposite of Aurora. I've learned my connection to this world since I was young. I've been stuck in my head but not in a good way. I am learning about myself now. And I thank her for her lyrics that allow me to identify myself in them. I have ADHD and I forget I'm cooking. I've burnt water before 🤣

[@rangda_prime]

Aurora is absolutely neurodivergent in some fashion. And that's a beautiful thing.

[@rosalindahenry7001]

@@rangda_prime Is Aurora her real name?🤔

[@rangda_prime]

@@rosalindahenry7001 Yes, it is. Not a too uncommon name up here nowadays. One of my nieces is named Aurora as well, her sister is named Ylva. Old names making a comeback in the modern age.

[@rosalindahenry7001]

@@rangda_prime thank you for the info:-)

[@1man1bike1road]

me too

[@DClover411]

I'm just so mesmerized by Aurora's character. Here in the Netherlands, she would've probably been bullied at school for the wonderful soul she is and shows on the outside. They'd find her strange, which is surely something to ridicule along the masses. I have the utmost respect for Aurora. She breathes her own personality and she's free within her being. I quite envy that as well. I let the masses speak for me in the end. I conform myself to the point I'm not me. I don't have the guts to be myself, like Aurora.

[@amberlily7610]

You have the guts to say all this ☀️

[@yug9232]

A neuron doesn't realize it's a neuron. Not many realize they use self preservation instinct to fit in. You see the doorway to be your authentic true self, you can walk through it. Good luck and I wish you great mental fortitude in life.

[@daphne-bai]

That Aurora seems like someone who feels completely comfortable in their own skin is true, but I don’t think that’s something that’s come perfectly easily for her either, or that she hasn’t had to fight to hold on to who she is… I think most of us struggle to some degree with the pain and anxiety of being judged and analyzed by others for who we are and the kind of life that brings us the greatest joy. I don’t know how old you are now, but I’m a little younger than Aurora-approaching my mid-twenties as well-and I’ve just now begun to feel more at home and at peace with who I am, and to surround myself with people who love, appreciate and celebrate me for all the wacky and wonderful things that make me me. I am not free from self-doubt, but it’s become much easier not to tear myself apart over what others might think of me now that I have so many people who love me as I am. You might be feeling stuck because you’re young and haven’t had the chance to find community yet, or you might be feeling down because you’re older now and think you’re running out of time-either way, I hope you know you’re not alone in these worries and sometimes it just takes time and a bit of luck to find your tribe. You may not be there yet, but they’re out there, waiting for you with open arms, and in the meantime, I hope you can find many more moments of joy and vibrancy in your life where no judgment, real or perceived, matters more than you feeling alive. Good luck ♥️

[@alsimanche]

Aurora looks so so beautiful in here

[@kpdelaney6460]

She reminds me of my grandma except with a lot calmer and softer voice; their storytelling and wisdom are very similar. I could listen to her speak for hours.

[@FratGambit]

The interview was very calming. Also it was informative about Aurora's diet. Thanks to Aurora, now I know a new spot where I can travel to.

[@martinm.6459]

I always smile like an idiot when I hear this funny;intelligent and talented girl !!! 😀👍 Thanks for this interview !!! Greetings from Hungary 🇭🇺

[@mariuxiortega5710]

I've just discovered Aurora and I feel so blessed, this girl is an angel, I liked her voice and songs so much. Definitely a new fan 🙌

[@troillmainn]

I had the pleasure of seeing Aurora live in my hometown (Trondheim, Norway) a couple of weeks ago and if I didn't love her before (which I did), I certainly do now🙂 I'm 45 years old, mostly into metal music and like to think of myself as a "I don't cry over anything" kind of guy, but Aurora got my tear canals some seriously overdue exercise that night and she didn't need more than just over 5 minutes to do it🤣 Without a doubt one of my all-time favorite concerts and if I get the opportunity to go see her again, you'd have to kill me to stop me from going🙂

[@_b0h4z4rd7]

What is this "I don't cry over anything" thing? What is wrong about crying? If someones art touches your soul, you always start crying. This is absolutely natural, I would go so far and say that if you aren't able to cry about art, then you aren't human.

[@mumming1]

@@_b0h4z4rd7 well a lot of boys are indoctrinated and bullied until they stop crying. I definitely had to relearn it through music and film

[@DominokingTube]

I love her, such a 1600s-1800s princess vibe

[@ledoutofshadow8004]

Aurora says "I am lovely" Im thinking "Yes, yes you are".

[@LuisA-oh8ft]

There are really good vibes here. The interviewer was present.

[@Kmoshiii]

she's like a real life disney princess 💗

[@gogglestransparent9720]

No, she's too unique for a disney princess, more like a disney fairy

[@holadonkey]

more like Adventure Time .

[@rashadahmad9339]

She has not a human type personality she seems like ethereal being

[@ke_neil_we]

More like studio gibli

[@tajwarchowdhury22]

Aurora has such a different way of seeing and world and i like it alot.

[@paulie_putt4239]

Aurora has a genious mind, I really do feel she has the answer for the pain that most put themselves through. Our perception of the world is an indication of how we treat ourselves, have love for all and thus love yourself.

[@kov11n_48]

Wow! Unlike most entertainers, it is as much a delight to hear her speak as it is to hear her songs.

[@lasibaritt8320]

Why people says it's an old soul ,for me it's a very new soul , fascinated with nature as we are when not contaminated by culture .

[@_elfifle_]

She's so wise and connected at such a young age. An old soul. Very inspiring.

[@galarog5598]

'i like too cook things that dont require heat' priceless

[@codyking4848]

She''s just so..... Aurora. I love that about her. What a super cool human being.

[@yi_an4757]

Such inspirational words "we're all ants" 🙏

[@cloackedangel5163]

So refreshing to see another old soul. She sound so warm and gentle.

[@Hugo_Tate]

Love that she stutters like I do

[@paulie_putt4239]

Her stuttering started after a family friend passed, at the funeral she channeled all the grief in the room, and kinda lost it, she was vomitting and upset. After that she didnt talk for a bit, even learned sign language and yes began to stutter, it has gotten better over time. She is such am I inspiration to me.

[@maxeighties]

From the moment I saw this interview, the main reason I eat broccoli has changed. Before it was because broccoli is good for your health. Now it is because Aurora also eats broccoli. I adore Aurora 💕

[@sp5457]

She is so funny and her sarcasm 🤣

[@cactustree505]

I love Aurora. Totally authentic and so loving. A gift to the world

[@rx7dude2006]

I saw her on May 15th in Seattle and wow what an amazing concert and between songs her interaction with the fans was wonderful:)

[@dayleashleynolasco5765]

I love everything about her, the stuff she does. She is really one of the best model in this world. She is just an angel that brought here on the earth. She is so cuuuuttee & talented.Her mentality is the one I like about her 👌

[@brandoneus5312]

Omg I adore her

[@samrakkc8595]

Yes she IS lovely ❤️

[@ayushirautela6965]

Loved the conversation. Thank you for posting.

[@diegobarbosa6967]

What a lovely interview! Thank you guys for this :)

[@geo144]

Honestly best interview of 2022 thus far keep rewatching 👏

[@Angell_Lee]

I love you Aurora xo

[@JaxAndree]

She's such a beautiful soul.

[@annetter2731]

I love you Aurora!!!

[@joyofiasa3928]

This interview is so wholesome. ❤️

[@dahliaholm3637]

she's the most lovely human in the world and it feels like she understands me so well

[@markstuartwakeley]

bless her

[@raullima4043]

what a kind, wise soul

[@pualinemoran7982]

She's awesome!!

[@fulltimecasualnz]

She's a beautiful soul

[@rineeshflameboy]

Love Aurora🤗🤗🤗🤗🤗🤗🤗🤗🤗🤗

[@Hugo_Tate]

I love how open she is. She’s so cool

[@joshuarogers9508]

She is so amazing I just love her take on things

[@evedotcom]

So freaking sweet. Bless!!

[@SDM17RG]

My favorite interview she's done

[@Melancholy_Chill]

Discovered, new fan instantly

[@kairavaswani906]

i love her and this interview so so much!!!!

[@geo144]

Indeed it has been a long time never disappoints it feels somehow like it was just yesterday 👏

[@BergtroII]

shes my heroine!! ❤

[@sykoteddy]

I absolutely love this incredibly fascinating woman 💕🙏

[@Odpbroz]

My beautiful Aurora

[@mariannegjellesvik6995]

Thank you for being this wonderful woman that you are,Aurora

[@SuperMilner1]

I simply adore Aurora for all she says and does and just who she is! She is the pure soul that we all strive to be and I have grown to love her very much as an artist and a wonderful human being!

[@Victor-iy3ku]

Tan linda la amo

[@camilla8129]

Her way of thinking is always so fascinating, here it's more appreciable since she looks very comfortable. Really nice interview^^

[@pabl0191]

wow this was truly a divine experience

[@Elva263]

Esta mujer esta tan tierna y tan dulce al mismo tiempo, que buen entrevista.

[@garyrobb5341]

Aurora! I love you so much. In watching you I’ve laughed and cried and learned. One of the most comforting things you’ve said strengthen my belief in the Mother who takes care of all of us who aren’t welcome in heaven. Bless you dear.

[@jexgexlex4522]

Your amazing

[@raquelwright1607]

She's captivating.

[@tamar503]

This is the second interview of yours i have watched; one with mehro and this one with this amazing unique performer. You make people feel at ease, one can feel this in their answers and i absolutely love it.Thank you.😊 Aurora is a unique singer with ethereal captivating voice and i love the way she sees the world which one can hear and read in her lyrics and music.❤

[@MathewSteeleAtheology]

I love Aurora. She adds so much to all of our lives. That's what makes art, and artists, so wonderful. They help us become more.

[@kendinedentist]

Great interviewer adorable artist cheerful conversation. Thank you

[@owenrivera5406]

I'm in love with she 😍

[@JupiterMoonT-TFnafObsessed]

She is someone everybody needs to know about

[@gdavi552]

A maior que temos. 🇧🇷✨

[@Eangle22]

ddude, my favorite song is everything matters, i love french so much

[@wiva6197]

I would love to hang out with Aurora❣️