“I definitely feel like those two regions shaped me into the woman I am today.”
However, she now admits her initial approach was shortsighted.
“I wasn’t really a fan of new music.”

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Saweetie also wanted to change her perspective without sacrificing her California roots.
Part of that is taking time to ask herself what the “Saweetie sound” is.
“I’m really inspired to not only represent the Bay Area, but the West Coast.
“My purpose is bigger than money and fame and recognition.
It’s about letting the girls who come after me know that they can do it too.”