Magnus Ferrell, son of actor Will Ferrell, discussed the viral success of his single "Asleep Talking" in a Billboard News interview, alongside his growing R&B/soul musical direction. He addressed accusations of being a "nepo baby" directly, acknowledging the advantages his position has afforded him while stressing the effort he has put into his craft and his aim to let his music stand on its own merits.

In the interview, Ferrell described the rapid creation of "Asleep Talking," his reluctance to fixate on streaming figures, and his musical influences shaping his vocal style. He touched on live performance milestones including Blue Note and Outside Lands, unexpected support such as a shout-out tied to Michelle Obama's podcast, an acoustic version of his hit track, and upcoming releases including a song titled "Flower After Rain."