Why is there a resurgence in discussions about Leighton Meester’s musical career lately? Even though the actress known for Gossip Girl briefly ventured into pop music and even released an album, she’s been absent from the scene for quite some time now. However, she’s recently sharing insights on why she departed and what new pursuits have captured her attention instead.
Here’s what Meester revealed about quitting music and what she’s doing now.
Leighton Meester reveals the reason why she left her music career
Leighton Meester explained that she took a break from her musical endeavors as she wasn’t fully convinced about her singing talents.
In a conversation with Bustle, the actress from Gossip Girl shared that she felt she didn’t sing particularly well in those songs during her career. This realization, which came to her in her twenties, caused her to reconsider her pursuit of professional music.
2009 marked the debut of Meester in the music world, working alongside Cobra Starship for “Good Girls Go Bad”. In the same year, she put out her singles “Somebody to Love” and “Your Love’s a Drug”. The following year, she showcased as an emerging artist in Country Strong. Her self-penned debut album Heartstrings, featuring nine original tracks, was released in 2014.
Although Flavor Flav’s recent shout-out brought more attention to her music, Meester clarified that she has no intention of going back to the recording studio. She emphasized her feelings about singing were not positive, and she’s instead focusing on acting roles where she senses potential for future growth.
At the moment, Meester is enjoying a comeback on screen, landing significant roles in various streaming series. Specifically, she portrays Abby, a mommy influencer who was once an adversary to Kristen Bell’s character in Netflix’s show Nobody Wants This (Season 2). Alongside her husband Adam Brody, Meester is part of the main cast. During a rehearsal, showrunner Erin Foster commended Meester’s comic delivery and spontaneity, expressing that audiences might underestimate her humor.
Meanwhile focusing on her role as a mother to her two kids, Meester also dedicates time for her acting career. She graced Paris Fashion Week by attending the Elie Saab Womenswear Fall/Winter 2025-2026 show on March 8, 2025.
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2025-05-30 11:10