Lizzo says talking about being plus-size has become 'exhausting' adding people should be 'neutral' about body shapes By Ashleigh Gray For Dailymail.Com Published: 19:52 GMT, 18 November 2021 | Updated: 23:45 GMT, 18 November 2021 23 shares 23 Viewcomments In a new interview Lizzo talked about the constant conversation around her body. Speaking with Essence magazine, the talented musician said the ceaseless chatter about being plus-size is 'exhausting' and added, 'We should be neutral about bodies.' The 33-year-old performer is one of three cover stars for the latest issue of the glossy - Olympian Simone Biles, 24, and journalist Nikole Hannah Jones, 45, also appear on separate covers. Speaking out: In a new interview Lizzo opened up about the constant conversation around her body shape Over it: The talented musician said the ceaseless chatter about being plus-size is 'exhausting' and added, 'We should be neutral about bodies' The November/December installment of the publication focuses on 'radical self-care,' looking back at 2021 as a whole. Lizzo is featured for resisting societal norms and pushing boundaries when it comes to what is considered conventionally attractive. The star, whose full name is Melissa Viviane Jefferson, said in her interview that she doesn't want her platform to put more emphasis on bigger black women, but instead inspire people to look beyond the surface. 'It's exhausting,' she said. 'And that's the point. I don't want to talk about this anymore.' The Detroit-born creative wows on the cover in a turquoise eyeshadow and mascara combination created by Alexx Mayo, and a vintage white blouse selected by stylist Jason Rembert. Lizzo wears her dark hair in a middle part as it flows freely down her back. In a second look the songstress dons a fitted black number layered by a white Valentino coat with a red ribbon graphic featured throughout. Elegant: In a second look the songstress dons a fitted black number layered by a white coat with a red ribbon graphic featured throughout The statement-making piece boasts billowing lantern sleeves, making for an eye-catching look. Elevating the getup are a pair of textured three-ball drop earrings. And Lizzo's face is made up with striking white eyeliner and a glossy, lip-lined pout. The Truth Hurts singer rocks curtain bangs with the rest of her hair coiffed into a voluminous 60s-style updo. High fashion: For Simone Biles' cover the athlete rocked an ornate, metallic, fan-like look by designer Alexandre Vauthier Bringing the drama: Her hair was parted in the center and slicked at the top, secured with clips and eventually spilling into a thick mop of kinky curls For Simone Biles' cover the athlete rocked an ornate, metallic, fan-like look by designer Alexandre Vauthier. The young superstar's eyeshadow echoed the shimmer of the high fashion piece. Her hair was parted in the center and slicked at the top, secured with clips and eventually spilling into a thick mop of kinky curls. The gymnast sported two lighter-color looks in second and third snapshots. In the issue Simone discussed her decision to withdraw from the Tokyo olympic games. White hot: The gymnast sported two lighter-color looks in second and third snapshots Rounding out the trio of covers is Jones, a Pulitzer Prize-winning investigative journalist. The Iowa-born writer is known for her civil rights coverage. She made headlines this year for turning down tenure at University of North Carolina-Chapel Hill. For the author's cover she showed off flaming red locks of curls and a floral patterned dress by Gucci. Excellence: Rounding out the trio of covers is Jones, a Pulitzer Prize-winning investigative journalist Read more: Share or comment on this article: All rights reserved for this news site (dailymail) and under his responsibility