Lauren Spencer Smith talks about what comes after The Art of Being a Mess, why her third album may return to stripped-down sad songs, and the pressure artists face when too many opinions enter the creative process. She also shares what she learned from watching numbers and streaming statistics, why she wants to release music while the emotions are still fresh, and what fans can expect from her upcoming tours with Teddy Swims and Hilary Duff.  Plus, Lauren explains how her onstage “Tell Me a Secret” box became unexpectedly unhinged, her love of elaborate tour pranks, and why she believes authenticity matters more than trying to look cool online Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices