It’s an amazing luxury to say I’m 31 years old and I’m gonna take a year off. That’s pretty amazing.

McLachlan frames time itself as a privilege: the ability to pause a career at a relatively young age without catastrophic consequences. Calling it a “luxury” acknowledges economic and professional security—many people cannot step away from work, caregiving, or public expectations. The remark also hints at an artist’s need for rest and renewal, suggesting that creative longevity may depend on periodically reclaiming time from the demands of touring, recording, and publicity. The tone mixes gratitude with disbelief, underscoring how unusual it can feel—even for a successful musician—to permit oneself a deliberate hiatus.