In the music world, new stars seek inspiration from veterans. Ice Spice, a 24-year-old rap sensation, admires Lana Del Rey and Rihanna. In a Billboard interview, she gushed about their hit-making magic.
Ice Spice, whose real name is Isis Gaston, has taken the music world by storm. Her catchy tunes and record-breaking achievements make her a formidable presence. In 2023, she matched Nicki Minaj and Cardi B‘s top 10 hits.
Regarding her musical influences, Ice Spice didn’t hold back in her praise for Lana Del Rey, the American singer-songwriter renowned for her melancholy lyrics and distinctive voice. “I’m obsessed with Lana Del Rey,” she exclaimed, adding that all of Del Rey’s songs are hits in her eyes. In fact, at one point, Ice Spice revealed that the only album she wanted to listen to was Del Rey’s 2014 masterpiece, “Ultraviolence.”
Ice Spice tells Billboard that she’s “obsessed” with Lana Del Rey & Rihanna:
“I’m obsessed with her, and I feel like all of her songs are hits, even the ones that aren’t as big as the others. Rihanna, too. I have both [of their] vinyls.” PIC.TWITTER.COM/LWK7ROXT0A
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But Del Rey isn’t the only queen in Ice Spice’s royal court. The rap sensation also expressed her deep admiration for Rihanna, the Barbadian powerhouse who has sold over 215 million digital tracks worldwide, making her one of the best-selling artists ever.
Ice Spice’s connection with Rihanna extends beyond mere fandom; the two have collaborated on several projects, including “How High Remix,” “Boy’s S&M (Umbree Mashup),” and “s&m + in ha mood (sutus mashup).”
The impact of Lana Del Rey and Rihanna is clear in Ice Spice’s music career. These queens inspire her as she paves her way. This admiration shows how music icons inspire the next generation. They push boundaries and reach new heights in their craft.
So, as Ice Spice continues to captivate audiences with her infectious beats and chart-topping hits, she carries the torch of her musical idols, honoring their legacies while blazing her trail in the ever-evolving music landscape.
