'Becoming A Dad Changed Everything': Nick Jonas On How Fatherhood Transformed His Music

Nick Jonas recently talked about how becoming a dad completely transformed both his music and his outlook on life. In a candid discussion on The Zach Sang Show, the singer explained that entering fatherhood has had a profound effect on his creative journey as well as his everyday decisions. He and wife Priyanka Chopra Jonas are raising their daughter while very intentionally keeping her away from public exposure, because they believe a child’s early years should belong to the child and not to the audience.

Jonas emphasized that his daughter now sits at the center of his world, even influencing the imagery and themes in his art. He shared that this shift in perspective led him to rethink how he writes music, now considering that one day his daughter might listen to his songs. This has resulted in a deeper emotional layer in his new work, where simple moments and personal experiences resonate more than ever.

A clear example of this change is his album Sunday Best, where he included songs that speak to stories of family and love. One track titled Princesses was described by Jonas as a kind of letter to his daughter’s sense of imagination and wonder—traits he now reflects through his music. He called being her father “the rôle of a lifetime,” not as something to boast about, but as a true influence on how he creates.

He also explained how parenting has made him more empathetic and patient. Answering a curious child’s questions, like why is glass clear?, reminded him of the importance of empathy, softness, and genuine connection—qualities that now shape both his personal life and musical expressions.

Nick and Priyanka are raising their daughter in a blend of cultures and spiritual traditions, which has further broadened his outlook on life and art. Simple family routines, quiet walks, and shared everyday experiences now serve as the emotional core of his music and mindset.

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