Overview
Hayley Kiyoko has expanded her song “Girls Like Girls” into two new artistic formats: a best-selling young adult (Y.A.) novel and a theatrical film. The process of developing these adaptations was described as challenging for Kiyoko, who was once a closeted individual.
Research Context
The original song “Girls Like Girls” serves as the foundation for the Y.A. novel and film. Kiyoko’s personal experience as someone who was previously closeted is noted as relevant to the development of these new artistic works.
Approach
Kiyoko pursued the creation of both a Y.A. novel and a theatrical film, drawing on her initial song “Girls Like Girls.” The description highlights her personal journey transitioning from a closeted identity to publicly engaging with themes central to the song.
Findings
- The song “Girls Like Girls” has been successfully reinterpreted into a best-selling Y.A. novel.
- A new theatrical film has also been produced based on the song.
- The creative process involved challenges for Kiyoko, particularly concerning her past experiences related to being closeted.
Why This Matters
This development indicates how personal experiences and existing artistic works can be expanded into new mediums, reaching different audiences. The success of the Y.A. novel points to market interest in such narratives.