Whoever said being a fan is just for teenagers has clearly never felt the intensity of a genuine love for an artist in adulthood. Growing up doesn’t mean giving up on what moves us — loving artists, their work, their journeys, their messages, and even their flaws – can be a mature way to connect with the world.
Being a fan as an adult is different. You might not spend hours tracking every move your favorite artist makes, or getting into heated online debates with fellow fans. Life gets busy — work, responsibilities, a full schedule. But there’s still space for loving someone’s art; it continues to fit into your life.
Finding joy amid responsibilities
Adult fandom is about recognizing that, even with a hectic life, there’s still room for quiet moments — to listen to a song, watch a show, read a book, or consume something that simply makes you feel good. It’s in these small pockets of time, often stolen from the rush of daily life, that your love for an artist stays alive.
True maturity is realizing that growing up doesn’t mean giving up pleasure or joy. Having more responsibilities doesn’t mean you have to deprive yourself of emotion and excitement. Ironically, believing that passion and fun make you less of an adult is an immature way of thinking.
Let´s think about this: no one calls a man immature for rooting for his football team, celebrating every goal, following games, and obsessing over the details. So why should loving artists be any different? Being a fan in adulthood means making space for what brings you joy, even in the middle of your obligations.
being a fangirl: Fandom as emotional resistance
Being a fan as an adult is looking at the stage and seeing more than just an idol — it’s seeing the effort, the humanity, the tiredness behind the smiles, and the talent that endures under constant pressure. It’s knowing the criticisms and behind-the-scenes drama and still staying — not because you’re naive, but because it’s a conscious choice..
Adulting is paying bills, meeting deadlines, and still having the energy to follow new releases, cheer for awards, get excited about a new music video or defend your idol in a heated Twitter debate. Being an adult fangirl is using your headphones as an emotional shield, wearing a tour T-shirt in the middle of the week, and letting yourself cry to a song that holds you better than most therapy sessions ever could.
It’s about belonging. It’s about finding community. It’s about keeping alive what moves us, even when the world tries to harden us. Being a fan, in adulthood, is an act of emotional resistance.
Fangirl and fierce, absolutely. Because loving deeply — even after growing up — might just be one of the most authentic ways of staying true to yourself.
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O artigo acima foi editado por Isabella Messias.
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