Charlie Puth is not afraid to get personal

Charlie Puth's third studio album, CHARLIE, gives fans a chance to get a full picture of who he is both as an artist and as a person.

Puth has never shied away from his personality, with previous tracks like "See You Again" (2015) and "We Don't Talk" (2016)

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what sets “CHARLIE” apart from Puth’s previous works is the inspiration behind this album

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In an episode of the Rolling Stone Music Now music podcast, Puth said that "CHARLIE" was born out of two breakups.

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one has a long-term girlfriend and the other a long-term business partner

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Puth also used the popular social media app TikTok to not only promote the album

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but gives fans a behind-the-scenes look at the making of the album by posting videos of himself in the studio.

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"CHARLIE" takes fans on an emotional journey with both highs and lows in the process

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