Avril Lavigne, the Canadian singer-songwriter, is not dead despite persistent rumors that circulated online. The speculation emerged from a conspiracy theory claiming she had been replaced by a look-alike named Melissa Vandella. However, evidence from interviews conducted between 2002 and 2003 supports the fact that Lavigne had always intended to change her style.

During this period, Lavigne openly discussed her desire to evolve musically and experiment with different genres.

In an interview with Blender magazine in 2002, she expressed her intention to explore various styles, including pop and punk. Lavigne stated that she wanted to "try new things" and evolve as an artist.

Additionally, in a 2003 interview with MTV online, Lavigne acknowledged that her image and music were evolving, stating, "I'm just trying to grow as an artist and […] as a person.

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