After an exhaustive run of five studio albums and a string of chart-topping successes, Doja Cat is signaling that she may be ready to step out of the spotlight. In a candid cover story for Elle UK released this Wednesday, the multifaceted artist revealed she is seriously contemplating a multi-year hiatus from the music industry.

Reflecting on the relentless pace of her career, Doja shared that she actively negotiates with her management to carve out personal time. She emphasizes the importance of stepping back to nurture her creative interests outside of recording, particularly her passion for painting. “I demand time from my team,” she noted. “They’ve been instrumental in helping me find space amidst the chaos.”

Regarding her future plans, she was direct: “I’m thinking about taking a three-year break. I just want the freedom to do whatever I please.”

Her current ambitions are surprisingly domestic. She expressed a desire to focus on home improvement projects, specifically working on murals and finally furnishing the upper level of her home—a space she admits has remained largely untouched for several years.

Doja Cat’s most recent project, Vie, arrived in 2025 and peaked at No. 4 on the Billboard 200. She is currently committed to her “Tour Ma Vie” world tour, which stretches through the beginning of December before she heads to Kigali, Rwanda, for a performance following a short break.

Beyond her career trajectory, the conversation turned to her artistic process. Doja discussed how she integrates humor into her work, crediting legends like Jay-Z, Kendrick Lamar, and Nicki Minaj for mastering the art of irony. “They are essentially comedians,” she remarked. “I realized through Jay-Z that irony is a cornerstone of great hip-hop.”

The star also addressed her recent diagnosis of borderline personality disorder, which she made public this past March, and how it shapes her personal relationships. “If I’m dating someone and they step out to run errands, my mind immediately fears they are leaving me for good,” she shared, drawing a parallel to her childhood. “I have to actively push against those thoughts and remind myself: I am safe.”