Industry Jul 14, 2026
Este Haim's Early Existential Crisis Led to Bass Guitar
"I was moping around, like, ‘I don't have any talent. What is my place in the world?’ At eight years old! Existential crisis. So my dad was like, ‘I got an idea’”
Originally published by
MusicRadar
Este Haim recalled experiencing an existential crisis at the age of eight, feeling overshadowed by her younger sister's musical talent. Her father intervened with an idea to help her find her place, ultimately leading her to the bass guitar. The influence of sibling rivalry, parental encouragement, and musicians like Tina Weymouth were cited as contributing factors. Originally reported by MusicRadar.