IN CONVERSATION WITH BIG WETT

interview MARIE-PAULINE CESARI

BIG WETT is not just an artist; she’s a force of nature, blending outrageous humor, raw sexuality, and a hedonistic flair into a music style that’s as bold as it is unforgettable. With her eclectic taste and unapologetic approach to self-expression, BIG WETT has quickly made a name for herself in the music world. Her debut single EAT MY ASS set the tone for what fans can expect—music that's not afraid to push boundaries and have a bit of fun along the way. 

As we sit down with BIG WETT, she gives us a glimpse into the creative mind behind the provocative persona, sharing insights on her inspirations, fashion, and what it takes to thrive in a male-dominated industry. Plus, with a new single HOLD UP UR BODY dropping on August 30th, there’s never been a better time to dive into the wild world of BIG WETT.

Funny story: I was super lucky to bump into BIG WETT the day after her mind-blowing performance in Amsterdam, right after we did this interview remotely, catching her dancing up a storm at a techno festival. Crazy, right?

Hi BIG WETT. For our readers who haven’t had the pleasure of discovering you yet, can you describe your music style in three words and recommend a song that best introduces you?

Silly, sexy & naughty! When introducing people to my music for the first time, I always start with EAT MY ASS, which is the first song I ever released. It’s outrageous, explicit, sexual, and parodic—it encapsulates everything BIG WETT stands for in one track, and I love that.

The name BIG WETT is intriguing and memorable. How did you come up with it, and what does it signify for you?

The name originally started as just “WETT” (use your imagination as to why), but that didn’t feel like enough (laughs). My personal accounts always began with “@big,” since I’m big in spirit and wett in physicality. Eventually, it evolved into BIG WETT—it just sounded bigger, better, and wetter.

Your stage outfits are as bold and unique as your music. What inspires your fashion choices, and do you have any favorite designers or brands?

I have a very eclectic taste in everything—music, clothes, people, food—so my inspirations are quite random. I’m older than people think, so I’ve lived through various eras, personalities, and phases. Funny enough, I was around for the Y2K aesthetic the first time when I was about 8, having been born in the 90s.

I’ve always loved expressing myself through clothes—half of my childhood pictures are of me in dress-up. I enjoy mixing sexy, cute, trashy, and classy elements in different ways. I always wanted to be an actress, so every outfit is a way to play a character and have fun. It feels natural to me—I don’t overthink it—but I am keen to start doing more fashion-leaning merch.

Who are some of your biggest influences, both musically and in terms of your overall artistic persona?

My taste in music is really random. As a kid, my parents listened to Johnny Cash and Kris Kristofferson. As a teenager, I was into 50 Cent, Eminem, and Dr. Dre while also dancing to Britney Spears and Christina Aguilera. I went clubbing in the Rihanna era, and now I listen to a bit of everything—Kim Petras, Cardi B, Charli XCX, Confidence Man, and more.

Can you take us through your creative process? How do you go from an idea or a feeling to a full-fledged song or performance?

Every song writes itself differently. For example, I wrote She Got That Thing the day after a big night out, where I hadn’t slept because I was with a girl I probably shouldn’t have been with—but really wanted to be. My next EP was written with Reggie Goochild from Confidence Man, and most of those songs began with a beat idea. I always have random lyric ideas stored in an extremely unhinged note on my phone.

How do you prepare for a show, and what do you hope the audience takes away from your performances?

It’s funny—while many musicians do vocal warmups and drink honey tea before a show, the BIG WETT version is a ciggie and a beer. My shows are a lot of fun, intense, and a bit silly. I love performing and giving the audience a good time, but I also love when the crowd sings along just as loudly as I do. I enjoy the symbiotic relationship between me and the crowd, where we excite each other, dancing and yelling more and more. There’s always a great vibe at my shows—the sexual content breaks the ice, making it easy to feel like friends with the stranger next to you—you’re basically trauma-bonded by the end.

The music industry can be tough. What keeps you motivated and dedicated to your craft, even when things get challenging?

The music industry is tough, and even more so as a woman. But being a woman who writes about sex and pleasure takes it to another level. I’m constantly fighting to be seen as more than just a piece of meat, both by fans and industry people. It’s a male-dominated field, and unfortunately, men often think that if you write about sex, you must want to sleep with everybody, which obviously isn’t true.

How do you balance personal expression with the responsibility of being a role model?

I’m a role model, but I’m a role model for over-18, consensual self-expression through acts of hedonism. If that’s not what you’re looking for, then I’m probably not the artist for you. I have no problem with people not aligning with my music or my vision—I know that this level of intensity isn’t for everyone. I’m old enough to realize you can never please everyone. I don’t like everyone, so it’s only natural that not everyone will like me—and when they do, it means more.

I've heard about the upcoming remixes of your song SHE GOT THAT THING by CC! and Aldonna, set to release on August 9th. What can fans expect from these remixes, and how do you feel about other artists putting their spin on your work?

I’m so happy with both of these remixes! Having two incredible women producers from my hometown Melbourne involved is such a (w)holesome, full-circle moment. The Aldonna remix is an amazing upbeat house track that will definitely be played in the club—it has the sickest bassline and some really beautiful, catchy key riffs and percussive elements. I literally love it so much and can’t wait to DJ it over the summer.

The CC remix actually came about accidentally—she bootlegged the song online and spent 5 hours remixing it. It’s more of a sunset festival, pinger disco vibe, and it makes me think of standing on a beach with your mates—something I hope to do to this song very soon.

Can you give us any hints about what you’re working on next? Any upcoming projects or collaborations we should look out for?

So much new music is on its way! Along with the She Got That Thing remixes by fellow Aussie queens CC and Aldonna, my second EP CRAZY will start dropping in late August—the first single is called HOLD UP UR BODY, with the final single coming out next year. I’m also releasing some club tracks with my bestie Absolute., a fabulous queer DJ from England. So much is happening, and I can’t wait for everyone to hear all the music I’ve been working on.

You’ve mentioned that world domination is the ultimate goal. What does that look like for you, and what steps are you taking to achieve it?

For me, world domination is more about finding people around the world who match my vibe and spirit and are down to have a good time. Ideally, I’d be getting paid for the privilege, but in the end, it’s about the fans I meet and the friends I make.