Sheryl Crow has recently shared her heartfelt insights on serving as an inspiration for aspiring, younger artists. During an interview with PEOPLE at Stand Up to Cancer's annual televised fundraising special, set to air on August 15th, the American singer-songwriter reflected deeply on her musical journey.
Crow observed that her music resonates with a younger audience, attributing this to the fact that "the music you are drawn to is often intertwined with the memories you've made." She fondly recalled how songs from the '80s and '90s evoke vivid recollections of her past, prompting her to muse, "I remember exactly where I was when I first heard those tunes." She further speculated that for some of her younger fans, their parents might have played her music during their childhood, thereby fostering personal connections with her songs.
The soulful crooner behind hits like "Real Gone" emphasized, "Music stirs our emotions, triggers our memories, and brings us together in unity." She went on to encourage young women, stating, "I hope I serve as a testament that one can persist, keep creating music, and continue to perform."
Elsewhere in the interview, the talented artist behind "Soak Up the Sun" elaborated on her commitment to cancer-related causes. Crow revealed that Stand Up to Cancer holds a special place in her heart, having been diagnosed with stage 1 breast cancer in 2006. Fortunately, after undergoing seven weeks of radiation therapy, she was declared cancer-free, according to the National Breast Cancer Foundation. She celebrated, "This April marks 20 years since I was declared cancer-free." She continued, "For me, it's about being there for those currently battling the disease, while also celebrating the fact that my cancer was detected early."
Crow added that the organization plays a pivotal role in "raising funds for invaluable research and support."
