Sara Bareilles discusses the origins of ‘Gravity’ and her musical philosophy

Singer-songwriter Sara Bareilles recently discussed her musical philosophy and the origins of her song ‘Gravity’ during an interview on the Zach Sang Show. Reflecting on her career and her upcoming album, Good Grief, the 46-year-old artist described herself as a ‘vessel’ or a ‘portal’ for music, suggesting that songs often find a channel through the artist rather than being purely personal property.

Bareilles revealed that ‘Gravity’ was written when she was 18 years old following a heartbreak caused by a high school boyfriend. She described songwriting as a form of therapy and a necessary outlet for the ‘ache’ she felt at the time. While she admitted that sharing such an intimate and personal track was initially ‘scary’, she noted that the connection and affirmation she received from listeners demonstrated the power of vulnerability in music.