Recently, pop-star Charli XCX made headlines when she tweeted that “kamala IS brat”. What does that even mean? I know my parents have asked me about it, so I’m here as your youthful eyes and ears to explain the questions I have been receiving.

What is "brat"?

Brat is the latest album released by pop artist Charli XCX. It has an eye catching green cover and unique font which has been used a lot in recent memes.

Why is "brat" so popular?

The Brat album has gone viral because of its catchy songs, a trendy TikTok dance, and lots of memes.

Here is a video of the new tiktok dance.

Where does Kamala Harris come in?

Charli XCX recently tweeted “Kamala IS brat”. However, this isn’t a diss to Kamala, it’s a compliment wrapped in a bit of rebellion.

What does "Brat" mean?

Charli XCX uses the term brat to describe someone who is unapologetically themselves. People who are brats are seen as a little messy, and people who aren’t afraid to be honest or blunt.

Kamala was honoured with this title due to her relatability, her bold and blunt communication style, her infectious laugh, and her coconut tree reference in her speech (which is a saying from her mother meaning that everyone is influenced by their upbringing).

How did Kamala Harris respond?

The Harris campaign took this compliment in stride and even adopted the ‘brat’ green colour from Charli XCX’s album on their official X profile!

So what's the takeaway?

Charli XCX meant this as a compliment to Kamala Harris, and it should definitely not be taken negatively. In the spirit of being a brat, which celebrates being unapologetically yourself, we’d like to think our HopePodz customers are ‘brats’ too! You’re all part of a community that embraces sustainability, honesty, and a bit of fun.

So next time you hear someone called a ‘brat’ in this context, remember – it’s a nod to being real, fearless, and wonderfully imperfect.