Ariana Grande is not holding back when it comes to comments about her voice.
The singer, known for her powerhouse vocals, recently addressed remarks from fans who noticed a shift in her speaking voice. Some social media users pointed out – again – that her voice seemed to change, sparking a conversation about how she sounds in casual settings versus when she’s performing.
It all started on October 15 when Pop Base shared a TikTok user’s comment on X (formerly Twitter), saying, “The voice, yes your voice is coming back.” This sparked a response from Ariana herself, who was quick to clarify.
“Sometimes it is higher and sometimes it is lower,” Ariana replied. “I have addressed this many times and won’t be addressing it again.”
She continued, firmly stating, “I’m me and I’m here, no matter the placement!”
This isn’t the first time Ariana has faced comments about her voice. Back in June, she trended on social media after a clip from her appearance on Penn Badgley’s podcast Podcrushed made the rounds. In the clip, Ariana’s voice noticeably shifted pitch mid-interview, which led to speculation from fans about why her tone seemed to fluctuate.
Ariana quickly jumped into the conversation, addressing the clip herself. “It’s something I do out of habit,” she commented, explaining that her voice tends to change based on the amount of singing she’s been doing. “I intentionally change my vocal placement (high/low) often depending on how much singing I’m doing,” she shared, before signing off with a lighthearted “I’ve always done this BYE.”
For Ariana, this vocal versatility is nothing new, and it’s clearly something she’s grown tired of explaining. Her latest clapback shows that, whether her voice is higher or lower, she’s confident in her unique sound.
Fans of the “thank u, next” star continue to praise her for her authenticity, noting that her ability to adapt her voice is just another layer of her incredible talent. While some may still be caught up in the changes, Ariana is making it clear that she’s unapologetically herself—onstage, offstage, and everywhere in between.
So, if you’re wondering if Ariana’s voice is “back,” she’s got the final word: she’s always been here, and she’s not going anywhere.
