Charlie Puth Opens Up on New Album, Super Bowl Anthem and Son Jude
The pop star reflects on fatherhood and a career milestone tied to a surprise lyrical nod.
Charlie Puth sat down with Sunday TODAY's Willie Geist at The Django Jazz Club in New York City to talk about his new album, a project he says was inspired by a lyrical shoutout from Taylor Swift. The conversation touched on several major moments in Puth's recent life and career.
Puth spoke about performing the national anthem at the Super Bowl, a high-profile moment that added to his growing list of career milestones. He also discussed the personal side of his life, revealing that he and his wife Brooke welcomed a son named Jude.
The singer's reflections spanned both his professional trajectory and his new role as a father, offering a glimpse into how those experiences have shaped his latest musical output. Puth's discussion of the Taylor Swift-inspired album suggests the project carries personal significance tied to a specific moment of recognition from a fellow artist.
The interview captures Puth at a moment of transition, balancing a high-visibility performance like the Super Bowl anthem with new fatherhood and a fresh album cycle. The Django Jazz Club setting provided an intimate backdrop for Puth to speak candidly with Geist about the various threads connecting his personal and professional life.
