‘Men are a scam!’ The trials of Danielle Ponder, the lawyer turned singer rooting for a better world
After representing society’s dispossessed, Ponder started a music career in her 40s – then faced miscarriage, anxiety and more. She explains her survival instinct
TL;DR
- Danielle Ponder left her career as a public defender at 40 to pursue music full-time, achieving notable success with her debut album and music used in media.
- Her personal life faced significant challenges after her career transition, including anxiety, strained relationships, a miscarriage, and family health issues.
- Ponder's new album, 'Everything Has Changed,' delves into themes of heartbreak, injustice, and personal loss, influenced by her legal background and life experiences.
- She reflects on societal issues like poverty, injustice, and patriarchal relationship dynamics, advocating for self-empowerment, especially for women.
- Her recent music videos filmed in Senegal represent a new phase, embodying divinity and finding an artistic environment less influenced by capitalism.
- Ponder draws parallels between her past as a public defender, witnessing systemic injustices, and her current songwriting, which addresses similar themes.