Lacuna Coil’s Cristina Scabbia addressed online harassment in a recent interview with Primordial Radio.
“I’m very present online. I try to figure out what people are thinking about the record and their opinions,” Scabbia said. “I don’t mind if people like it or not. Obviously, I’m very happy if people like our music.”
“I don’t mind if the criticisms touch personal aspects of musicians. If you’re listening to the record and you don’t like it, it’s fine,” she continued. “If you say something about me, my private life, or just, I don’t know, “I can’t stand her because this, this and that,” I will reply to you.”
“You can attack Lacuna Coil. You can attack Cristina Scabbia because I will stand up and reply to tell you that you’re a f*cking a**hole,” she stated. “I will do it not just for you, but for everyone else to read that you’re a f*cking a**hole.”
“So maybe next time you either change your tone or don’t say anything,” Scabbia concluded. “If you do it to me, I react. If you do it to someone who is not in the right mental state, this person could do something very bad. You would be walking out there feeling, ‘Oh, I have a keyboard. I can write whatever the f*ck I want.’ No, that’s not exactly how it works.”
Scabbia’s strong stance against online harassment stems from her extensive personal experience with fame’s darker side and social media interaction.
Reports from Vice reveal that Scabbia’s experiences with online harassment reached severe levels. The FBI had to intervene during one of Lacuna Coil’s tours following incidents involving stalkers and disturbing messages.
Insights from Blabbermouth highlight Scabbia’s concerns about social media’s potential dangers. “I really feel that socials, if they’re not used the proper way, are extremely dangerous,” she stated. “Creating the illusion that everything’s perfect can create problems for people who don’t feel they fit or will ever be as good as these people.”
A recent feature in Screamer Magazine details the vocalist’s mission to address online bullying and negativity. She actively responds to negative comments to educate those involved. She notes that hostile comments often stem from secret admiration or jealousy.
The singer maintains a balanced approach to social media engagement. She emphasizes authenticity while recognizing both the benefits and drawbacks of digital platforms for fan connection.
