Chart-topping artist Doja Cat has bid adieu to Instagram, citing the platform’s toxicity as the primary reason for her departure. The “Say So” rapper made the emotional announcement over the weekend, revealing her decision to deactivate her account to her 24 million followers.
In a heartfelt message posted on Saturday (March 9), as reported by Page Six, Doja Cat expressed her disillusionment with the negative environment on the social media platform. “hey i’m gonna deactivate because i’m not really feeling this anymore,” she wrote, conveying her discomfort with the toxicity prevalent on Instagram.
Despite finding inspiration and creativity among users, Doja Cat admitted that the way she was spoken to and treated on the platform had deeply affected her mental well-being. “the way im spoken to on here and treated makes me have f – -ked up thoughts,” she candidly shared.
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Concluding her message with a plea for kindness and empathy, the “Agoura Hills” hitmaker urged users to be mindful of their interactions online. “Please watch how you talk to and about people on the internet. Bye,” she implored.
This isn’t the first time Doja Cat has faced backlash on Instagram. Last July, the artist experienced a significant loss of followers, reportedly over 250,000, after engaging in a dispute with fans who had adopted the moniker “Kittenz.” In response to the incident, Doja Cat criticized the practice of fans naming themselves and urged them to prioritize real-life responsibilities over online identities.
While Doja Cat’s departure marks a significant loss for her legion of followers, her decision to prioritize mental well-being over social media engagement serves as a powerful reminder of the importance of self-care in the digital age.
