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Yahoo
3 days ago
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Justin Trudeau's son repeats what the former Canadian PM said 30 years ago
Before launching his music career earlier this year, Xav Trudeau, the oldest son of former prime minister Justin Trudeau, flew mostly under the public's radar. But with three tracks already released and piling up plays — his debut, Til the Nights Done, just eclipsed 100,000 on Spotify and 170,000 on YouTube — Xav is starting to come to their attention. The feedback is not always positive, however. 'When I started releasing music… I get so much hate on social media just because of who my dad is,' the 17-year-old R&B singer-rapper admitted during a broad interview on Toronto-based entertainment podcast The Brandon Gonez Show. 'If you don't like the music, just keep scrolling. You can comment if you want, it's only going to help my algorithm.' Having grown from a little boy to a young man during his father's three terms in office, Xav said he's well acquainted with the negativity that has followed his family, but he's developed the ability to block it all out. He also tried to set the record straight on future political ambitions. 'I've seen like what my dad has had to do and what he's had to sacrifice, and it's not really worth it for me,' he said, broaching the subject himself. 'He's done well, it's just it's not my thing.' Gonez pointed out that a young Trudeau once said something similar when asked if he would follow in the footsteps of his father, former prime minister Pierre Trudeau. In a 1995 interview with CTV News, a 23-year-old Trudeau said it would 'never' happen. He was elected as a member of parliament for Quebec 13 years later. Xav is set to graduate from high school this year and told Gonez he plans to attend McGill University in Montreal in the fall. The school is one of Justin Trudeau's alma maters, and the city is home to the federal riding of Papineau, which he held for almost 18 years. It's also the hometown of Sophie Grégoire Trudeau, Xav's mother, and his late prime ministerial grandfather. 'Montreal is like home to me,' he said. Xav said he hopes to release a full album before classes start in the fall. Trudeau says he doesn't 'have social media' when son asks why he hasn't watched one of his music videos Watch: Justin Trudeau's son Xav released his first RnB single — 'Til The Nights Done' Our website is the place for the latest breaking news, exclusive scoops, longreads and provocative commentary. Please bookmark and sign up for our daily newsletter, Posted, here.
CBC
26-02-2025
- Entertainment
- CBC
Why we should be kinder about Xavier Trudeau's new single
Prime Minister Justin Trudeau's eldest son, Xavier Trudeau, briefly stepped out of his family's shadow on Friday when he released his debut single. Titled Til The Nights Done, the R&B song was released under the artist name Xav on music streaming platforms. While many were quick to jump in the comment section and share their critiques of the track, Toronto Star culture reporter Richie Assaly argued the (albeit bland) track offered a reprieve from an otherwise chaotic state of the world. Today on Commotion, Assaly tells host Elamin Abdelmahmoud why he welcomes Xavier Trudeau's foray into the music industry. WATCH | Today's episode on YouTube (this segment begins at 14:43):
CBC
26-02-2025
- Entertainment
- CBC
WATCH — Xavier Trudeau responds to haters after dropping debut single
PM's 17-year-old son launches music career Xavier Trudeau, the 17-year-old son of Prime Minister Justin Trudeau, has just launched his music career under the name Xav. He dropped his debut single on Friday, an R&B track titled Til The Nights Done. The track was released on major platforms like Spotify and Apple Music, along with a music video on YouTube. Reactions poured in, with many comments praising the track and congratulating Xav. Others, however, were quick to hate. Many of the negative comments focused on Xav's father rather than the music itself. Want to see how Xav responded to the haters? CBC Kids News contributor Sophia Smoke interviewed him, so watch the video below to find out. Does the Trudeau name help or hurt? While Xav may have to navigate some negativity related to his dad, music industry expert Eric Alper said he could also use his father's fame to his advantage. 'He absolutely should trade on the name,' Alper told CBC News in a previous interview. 'The curiosity factor will open some opportunities.' But Xav will also have to prove himself, Alper said. According to Xav, his next opportunity to do that isn't too far away. He hinted that a new single, called Everything I Know, would be coming out soon. ⬇️⬇️⬇️
CBC
21-02-2025
- Entertainment
- CBC
Justin Trudeau's son Xavier, forays into music with debut R&B single
Social Sharing Prime Minister Justin Trudeau's 17-year-old son Xavier Trudeau marked his official launch into the world of music on Friday with the debut single of his R&B track Til The Nights Done. "What you know about me, I ain't like him," young Trudeau sings. "We could roll sum, we could light one." "It's hard to escape the shadow of a famous parent or sibling, and he acknowledges that head-on in the lyric, 'What you know about me, I ain't like him'," music publicist Eric Alper told CBC News. "That kind of self-awareness is key when stepping into the public eye." The song, which draws inspiration from fellow Canadian artists Drake, The Weeknd and Justin Bieber, was released at 12 a.m. ET across all major streaming platforms and features additional vocals from younger sister Ella-Grace Trudeau. The music video is set to be released on Xav's YouTube channel at 4:30 p.m. ET. Til The Nights Done was produced by Vishal "Duava" Daluwatte and Joey "Tekika" Boyer, co-founders of Ottawa-based Pathway Music Group. What is interesting is that he had the option to go the major-label route — Universal would have likely been an easy path —but he chose to stay independent, saying a lot about his artistic spirit, says Alper. "He absolutely should trade on the name; it'll get him in the door … the curiosity factor will open some opportunities, but from there, it's on him to prove himself as a compelling artist beyond the last name. And I think he's got the vibe and chops to do it," Alper said. Xav's music release comes amid his father's tumultuous political career, with the comments section on social media filled with a mix of praise for his music and dislike toward the outgoing prime minister. "We let the music speak for itself and we just want Xav to do what Xav wants to do," Daluwatte told CBC News. Dark, moody and ambient Til The Nights Done, which leans into that dark, moody R&B space that artists such as Don Toliver and Post Malone have mastered, was first teased on Instagram and YouTube in January, with mother Sophie Grégoire commenting, "Good work guys!" The song is written like a love letter to somebody you know you have a connection with, reflecting a romance that can sometimes feel like a rollercoaster, knowing that despite good times or bad, the love always stays there, co-writer Daluwatte told CBC News. "We could dim em all down or leave the lights on," Xav croons. "Baby we could move in slow motion till the nights done." Xav will be releasing his next song within the next month, Daluwatte said, with a lot more music lined up for release, and plans for concerts and performances to follow. "If he can back up the intrigue with strong songwriting and consistent releases, he has a real shot at carving out his own space in the industry," Alper said. Though the song alludes to smoking marijuana, Xav is technically too young to "roll sum" or "light one" as the legal age to use cannabis is 19 in Ontario and 21 in Quebec, after Trudeau's Liberal government legalized the recreational use of the drug in 2018.
Yahoo
29-01-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Justin Trudeau's teenage son draws mixed reviews on debut R&B track as 'Xav' kicks off music career: 'Grown men out here hating'
Justin Trudeau's son, 17, is trying to make waves in the Canadian music scene as his father prepares to step away from the political spotlight. The soon-to-be-former Canadian prime minister's eldest son, Xavier, appears to be pursuing a career in music after he teased his first R&B track on Instagram titled "Til The Nights Done." The Instagram reel, which was posted over the weekend, shows Xavier Trudeau — AKA "Xav" — cruising around the streets in a hoodie at night before dropping some bars in a recording studio, and eventually entering a black SUV. The full track is set to be released in mid-to-late February. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Xav (@xavtrudeau_) The management company that represents young Trudeau, Pathway Music Group, confirmed to the Toronto Star in an email that Xav's debut track will be be released in full on Feb. 21 of this year, along with a music video. 'Xav began by sharing his passion with his friends and this eventually developed into a more serious approach,' Alex Van Dusen, a spokesperson for Pathway Music Group, told the Star. According to the National Post, who spoke with one of the label's co-founders, Joey Boyer, this track is set to be the first of many. 'His 'vibe' is dark ambient R&B with a hint of ballads,' said Boyer in an email. "Everything you will hear from Xav is 100 per cent original and made specifically to curate to Xav's ideas." Along with the video to tease the song, Xav added the hashtags "pop, rapper, singer, artist" as part of his Instagram post. Unfortunately — but likely expected — for Xavier, his dad's critics and naysayers, of which there are plenty, jumped at the chance to express their contempt for the longtime Canadian Prime Minister and the current state of Canada. Trudeau stepped down in early January as the Liberal Party leader as he saw his popularity nose-dive over the past few months — something that was exacerbated in the wake of U.S. President Donald Trump's heavy tariff threats. "Will you rap about how your dad and grand father destroyed Canada???" One reply read. "Rap about how bad Canada is now," read another. "Funded by taxpayers! Get a real job," wrote one user on Instagram, while another posted: "The narcissism runs strong in this family." "Your dad ruined this country," one reply read. "Where's my carbon rebate Xavier?" Replied another. Another user wrote: "That's my tax money right there. ur flexing my tax money." The debut song from Xavier — who has also garnered some attention because of his prowess on the basketball court — features the weed-inspired lyric, 'we could roll sum, we could light one.' His father Justin notoriously paved the way for the the eventual legalization of Cannabis when he was elected in 2015 before cannabis officially became legal across the country in October 2018. As you'd probably expect, this connection between father and lyric made for easy pickings online. His daddy has been rolling and lighting something too. — Ryan Collins (@ryd3v) January 25, 2025 It what is likely a surprise to some, there was actually a good amount of positive feedback and support amid all the negativity, starting with Xavier's mother, Sophie Grégoire Trudeau, who replied "good work guys!' on the Instagram reel of her son's track. Other, non-relatives had plenty of encouragement for the eldest Trudeau child, too. "So dope. proud of you brother," one reply read, while another said, "WAIT THIS IS SO GOOD WHAT." "Grown men out here hating on a 17-year-old kid for making music because of his dad. Y'all sound like your fathers failed at raising you," a user wrote. "All these comments are crazy, guys just trying to make some music, let him be," commented another. "Not bad honestly don't let these comments bring you down your dads political reputation should not affect you personally," encouraged one Instagram user. "I won't lie bro it sounds good, but you should already know how the internet is. Just the fact you have that last name means you are going to garner so much hate. Trust me I don't think it's fair considering you are your own person," posted another. Outgoing Prime Minister Trudeau, easily one of the most divisive figures in modern North American politics, has been open about the difficulties faced by his children as his national popularity dropped over the years. In October 2024, Trudeau appeared on an episode of the "Inside The Village," podcast, where he said he still believes "most Canadians are decent and thoughtful" despite that fact that many were angry. When the podcast hosts floated the idea that a rise in "F*** Trudeau" flags, clothing and paraphernalia was personal rather than political, Trudeau said he understands why the temperature has risen in recent months and years. "Canadian politics and Canadians in general used to be a little more civil around disagreements like that," Trudeau said, adding while people with very "aggressive, negative views" have always been prevalent, those voices along with misinformation have been "amplified" online in a "self-feeding" cycle. Trudeau added that sentiment doesn't make having his name dragged through the mud any easier. "When you see an 'F Trudeau' flag, people don't think about it, but I do. That's my daughter's last name on that flag," the outgoing P.M. said. "That's the last name that my two sons will carry throughout their lives. It's hard for me to think about how to make them understand that it's all part of the sacrifice and service that we're choosing to do."
