Toronto’s rising R&B voice opens up about love, loss, and finding her lane with XO.
Toronto’s newest R&B star Chxrry sat down with Nessa on HOT 97 to talk about her sensual, emotional new single “Groupie” — a song she boldly calls a love story disguised as obsession.
Under the mentorship of The Weeknd’s XO Records, Chxrry’s journey reflects both the vulnerability and ambition that define Toronto’s new generation of stars.
In her sit-down, she dives deep into what love means, how jealousy shapes passion, and why her music speaks to listeners caught between strength and sensitivity.
💋 “Groupie” — A Love Song with Layers
Chxrry describes “Groupie” not as infatuation, but as devotion — a song about the intensity that comes with truly wanting someone.
The lyrics blend feminine confidence with emotional honesty, tapping into the softer, more introspective side of modern R&B.
She admits the track came from real feelings — moments of desire, distance, and vulnerability — all things that fans have started to recognize as her emotional signature.
It’s that raw honesty that caught the attention of XO, and now she’s carrying that torch forward.
🌙 Life Under XO — Lessons from The Weeknd
Since signing to XO, Chxrry has embraced the label’s signature sound — cinematic, moody, and deeply emotional — while still carving out her own identity.
She credits The Weeknd and his team for giving her space to grow, describing the experience as “creative freedom mixed with guidance.”
Through the interview, she reflects on balancing fame, family, and artistry, especially after losing her mother — a loss that reshaped her sense of purpose.
Her story isn’t about fame chasing — it’s about healing, empowerment, and self-definition.
💭 TSM Take
Toronto Streets Magazine calls Chxrry one of the most promising voices of Toronto’s next R&B wave — a blend of sensuality, introspection, and pure artistry.
Her sit-down with HOT 97 isn’t just another press stop — it’s a portrait of a woman becoming her own muse.
Under XO’s guidance and The Weeknd’s influence, Chxrry’s future looks luminous.
“Groupie” isn’t a song — it’s a feeling, a confession, and the start of something global.
🎧 Watch & Connect
▶️ Chxrry Talks “Groupie” + Signing to XO / The Weeknd – HOT 97 Interview
🎙️ Host: Nessa
📅 Released: October 31, 2025
📻 Channel: HOT 97
Follow Chxrry:
📸 @chxrry
🎵 Stream Groupie – Out Now on all platforms
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