Lizzo recently addressed rumors suggesting she has criticized fellow musician Taylor Swift. The singer of “Truth Hurts” dismissed the claims as “fake news” and urged her critics to “grow tf up.” This response followed a post on X that compared streaming figures of Swift’s latest album, “The Life Of A Showgirl,” with Lizzo’s upcoming mixtape, “My Face Hurts From Smiling,” and Drake’s new releases.
Lizzo Responds to Taylor Swift Feud Rumors
The controversy began when an X user tweeted streaming numbers, suggesting Lizzo’s mixtape was underperforming compared to Swift’s. The user stated that Swift and Lizzo together sold 4.005 million units, while Drake’s albums totaled 683,000. This led to multiple interpretations from fans and critics alike.
Lizzo, confused by the post, reached out to her 2 million followers for clarification. Many replies indicated that the tweet aimed to suggest her mixtape did not impact the combined sales figure favorably.
Social Media Reactions
- One user explained: “It means that Taylor’s last album and yours combined did 4.005m units in its first week on Billboard but the joke is that your album didn’t contribute to anything.”
- Another comment was more accusatory: “It means all that sh*t talking you did about Tay finally caught up to you.”
Lizzo responded assertively, stating, “First of all, I have never talked sh*t about Taylor Swift.” She clarified that mentioning another artist does not equate to negative remarks and emphasized her respect for Swift.
Positive Comments on Taylor Swift
Lizzo has consistently expressed admiration for Swift. Earlier in the month, she mentioned on the “Genius Verified” podcast that she followed Swift’s approach in promoting her single, “B*TCH.” She acknowledged the influence of Meredith Brooks, whose 1997 song inspired her track, stating that credit should be given where it’s due.
During her Australian tour in 2023, Lizzo encountered a fan with a sign saying, “I chose you over Taylor.” She took the opportunity to affirm her respect for Swift, stating, “Taylor Swift is amazing as well… I heart Tay Tay too, there’s no competition here.”
Origins of the Rumors
Speculation of a feud may have originated from Lizzo’s previous comments on Instagram Live, which were misinterpreted as a slight towards Swift. She remarked, “The most popular person of today ain’t even comparable to what Beyoncé is doing,” leading many to speculate she was referring to Swift, who was at the height of her popularity due to record-breaking sales from “The Eras Tour.”
In light of recent events, Lizzo remains committed to promoting positivity and respect among artists, reiterating that there is no competition between her and Taylor Swift.
