Throwback: Ice Spice Broke Down in Tears After Receiving Taylor Swift Collab Offer

‘Billionaire’ singer Taylor Swift has solidified her status as one of the most influential pop icons of today, with fans ranging from Prince William to Snoop Dogg and Blake Lively. 

Among her admirers is rapper Ice Spice, who was overwhelmed with emotion when given the chance to collaborate with Swift.During an interview on the Today Show, Ice Spice reflected on her collaboration for the ‘Karma (Remix)’. 

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She revealed how she broke down in tears upon hearing the news, initially thinking it was a joke. "I started crying... I was so emotional; it was like tears of joy," she shared, describing the experience as "iconic."

‘Karma (Remix)’ was released as part of Swift’s ‘Midnights’ extended edition, and the duo performed the track live at MetLife Stadium during Swift's Eras Tour. The collaboration debuted at No. 2 on the Billboard Hot 100, marking a significant milestone for both artists.

Swift, who is also a fan of Ice Spice, expressed how natural the collaboration felt. She shared with Spotify that she had been listening to Ice Spice non-stop while preparing for her tour, praising her style and talent.

The partnership between the two artists highlights Swift’s ability to embrace new talent and evolve her music, while Ice Spice’s rising career continues to flourish under the spotlight of such high-profile collaborations.

-Sushmita Sarkar