Ice Spice Says Lana Del Rey is The Ultimate Hitmaker: “I’m Completely Obsessed”
Ahead of her anticipated recognition as the 2024 Billboard ‘Women in Music Hitmaker’ at the forthcoming ceremony, the esteemed ‘Munch (Feelin’ U)’ rapper, whose meteoric rise to fame has captivated audiences worldwide, sat down for an intimate conversation with Billboard, reflecting on her journey to stardom and sharing insights into her musical influences and industry peers she deeply admires.
Expressing her unabashed fandom for Del Rey, Ice Spice lauded the singer-songwriter’s unparalleled ability to craft timeless hits, noting that each of her compositions possesses an enduring allure, regardless of commercial success. In a candid moment of appreciation, Ice Spice paid homage to past Billboard ‘Women in Music’ honorees, including luminaries like Charli XCX and Dolly Parton, before singling out Del Rey as one of her personal favourites.
Also Read: Ice Spice Joins Taylor Swift and Quavo to Celebrate Kansas City Chiefs’ Victory
Their shared affinity for vinyl records and mutual appreciation for each other’s craft culminated in a memorable encounter at a pre-Grammys gala, where Ice Spice and Del Rey mingled among A-list luminaries and basked in the electrifying atmosphere of music’s most prestigious events.
Throughout her Billboard interview, Ice Spice offered glimpses into her creative process and the invaluable advice she’s gleaned from industry icons like Taylor Swift, with whom she collaborated on the remix of Midnight’s single ‘Karma’.
As anticipation mounts for her debut album, ‘Y2K’, Ice Spice teases the project as a culmination of her “best work” to date, promising fans an electrifying sonic experience infused with infectious beats and heartfelt lyricism. With four top-10 hits on the Billboard Hot 100 and an impressive roster of collaborations under her belt, Ice Spice’s forthcoming album is poised to cement her status as one of music’s most formidable talents.
At the illustrious 2024 Billboard Women in Music event, set to unfold at the prestigious YouTube Theater in Los Angeles, Ice Spice will join an esteemed lineup of honorees, including Kylie Minogue, Maren Morris, Charli XCX and others, as she takes her rightful place among the industry’s most influential and trailblazing women.
-Sushmita Sarkar
