David Archuleta is getting candid about love, dating, and his new music.

The 34-year-old American Idol alum, who came out as queer in 2021, just released his new EP Earthly Delights and opened up about how his personal life influenced the songs.

“When you’re a public figure, I think when you’re used to being seen and recognized and watched, you always have this barrier,” David explained to People . “I mean, they’ve known you for 17 years and you’re just meeting them for the first time.”

Though he admits being recognizable has sometimes complicated dating, David said he’s now at peace with himself.

“I used to be really uncomfortable with who I was. I didn’t know what to think of myself. And so when people knew who I was, I’m like, ‘What does that mean? What do they think o

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