Jason Mraz is opening up about his sexuality and love life in a candid new interview.
The 47-year-old “I’m Yours” singer came out as bisexual in 2018, a revelation that came during his marriage to his ex-wife, Christina Carano. Reflecting on his journey, Jason revealed, “I’ve had experiences with men, even while I was dating the woman who became my wife. It was like, ‘Wow, does that mean I am gay?’ And my wife laid it out for me. She calls it ‘two spirit,’ which is what the Native Americans call someone who can love both man and woman.”
In a recent appearance on Sony Music Entertainment’s Dinner’s On Me podcast, hosted by Jesse Tyler Ferguson, Jason delved deeper into his experiences, discussing his sexuality, his time in the closet during the 90s, and his views on love and relationships.
“In the 90s, being gay was like the punchline of a joke,” Jason recalled. “I didn’t want to be the punchline of a joke, so I kept my nose down and figured out ways I could instead get out and see the world one day.” During a time when society’s acceptance of LGBTQ+ identities was limited, Jason’s decision to stay closeted was driven by a desire to avoid ridicule and find his own path.
Despite his fame and numerous relationships, Jason revealed a surprising truth about his personal life. “Even to have been a late bloomer to where I am now, honestly, I feel like my life is just starting,” he said. “I can’t say that I have found love yet. I have been in amazing relationships and I’ve always learned and grown and hopefully I don’t have bad karma woven through those relationships, but I love where I am and I feel so much love for myself finally that can only enhance the next relationship or yeah, a relationship when I find one.”
Jason also opened up about his sexual experiences, or lack thereof, compared to others his age. “My experiences are few, whereas other people my age might be more experienced, that’s all,” he admitted. His honesty highlights the different paces at which people explore their sexuality and relationships.
Contrary to societal expectations, Jason has found joy in shorter relationships. “I don’t know if that’s a bad thing, maybe society frowns upon it, but I like a short relationship,” he shared. “They can end well, and many of mine have ended so well that it leaves me filled with hope that I can continue to have meaningful, loving relationships.”
Looking ahead, Jason doesn’t see children as part of his story. “I had never seen that in my story and it might be because my parents split and I never saw that,” he explained.
