Rebecca Black Credits Gay Sex for Touring Endurance at VMAs

Rebecca Black revealed that intimate moments with her girlfriend kept her energized during Katy Perry’s summer tour, the singer told reporters Monday at the MTV Video Music Awards in Newark. She shared how prioritizing her queer identity and personal life offstage bolstered her mental health and performance stamina.

Nut Graf Black’s candid admission underscores growing openness among pop artists about mental health and the importance of self-care on grueling tours. By framing her experience as both relatable and celebratory, she reinforced the relevance of queer visibility in mainstream music.

Tour Toll and Triumph

• Facing 30-city dates with Perry, Black admitted early exhaustion and performance anxiety, having never played before crowds of 10,000+ people.

  • She credited “gay sex”-her words-with restoring her energy each night, allowing her to embrace the chaotic pace as “just another show.”

Queer Empowerment onstage and Off Monday’s comments followed Black’s coming-out as queer in 2020 and reflect her continued advocacy for LGBTQ+ representation. She noted that sharing her truth has not only eased personal burdens but also deepened fan connections during her own headlining DJ sets and collaborations with artists like Jax Jones.

Creative Horizons Black hinted at “dark, sexy” new music nearing completion, framing her upcoming work as an extension of the freedom she’s found in self-acceptance. Her sophomore album Salvation and its accompanying tour earlier this year showcased her evolution from viral teen star to a boundary-pushing queer pop icon.

Looking Ahead As she departs Newark for international festival dates, Black plans to maintain this balance of personal authenticity and professional drive. Fans can expect fresh material and tour announcements in the coming weeks, as she prepares to close out her year on a high note.