In a candid interview on Alex Cooper’s Call Her Daddy podcast, pop star Camila Cabello opened up about her time with Fifth Harmony and the reasons behind her departure from the group in 2016. As pointed out by Cooper, drama ensued after Cabello left the X Factor-generated girl group to pursue a solo career. Notably, Fifth Harmony made a clear dig at their ex-bandmate during their performance at the 2017 VMAs, depicting a faceless fifth member being yanked offstage.
However, Cabello now reflects on her time with 5H with a different perspective. She acknowledges that she grew a lot during her tenure with the group. The decision to leave stemmed from her desire to sing her own songs rather than pass them along to other artists. “I started distancing myself from the group vision,” she explained. “I was just like, ‘I’m not happy here anymore. It doesn’t feel aligned.’ It’s like any breakup, yeah. It sucks.”
Since then, the remaining four members of Fifth Harmony announced their hiatus in 2018, each nurturing solo careers. Cabello herself congratulated Normani on announcing her debut album, Dopamine, last month. The journey from group dynamics to individual paths has been transformative for all.
Cabello also discussed her relationship with Canadian artist Shawn Mendes, whom she collaborated with on “I Know What You Did Last Summer.” Their romantic involvement spanned several years, with ups and downs. The recent split in 2021 and a brief reunion in 2023 have kept fans intrigued.
Additionally, Cabello shared details about her headline-making trip to Turks and Caicos with Drake in December. While many speculated romance, she clarified that it was a homie, friends’ trip. She also revealed that Drake inspired much of her new music.
In summary, Cabello’s journey—from Fifth Harmony to solo stardom—has been filled with growth, heartache, and creative exploration.