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A few weeks ago Ice Spice fans began speculating that the Bronx rapper might’ve become the latest celebrity to hop on the Ozempic craze as he physical frame seemingly shrunk right before everyone’s eyes, but the “Deli” rapper is now pushing back against the allegations as they seem to have struck a cord with her.
This past Monday (Aug. 19), Ice Spice took to X Spaces to touch on the topic of her recent weight loss and seemed pretty annoyed that everyone assumed she was using the weight loss drug that is responsible for some of your favorite celebrities seeming leaner these days.
With everyone listening in on what she had to say, a audibly frustrated Ice Spice went right into the subject saying ““I actually came on here to talk about that real quick. I wish y’all never learned the word Ozempic. That’s one thing I wish. Oh my God! Like, what even is Ozempic? What the f*ck is that? Genuinely, what is that?”
Though we’re lowkey surprised she never heard of the popular prescription weight loss drug, Ice Spice credits her own personal lifestyle change for shedding pounds off her body saying “You lazy-a** b*tches never heard of a gym?” she asked. Continuing on she explained “It’s called the gym, it’s called eating healthy, it’s called being on tour. Like, what the hell? Maybe if I was sitting at home all f*cking day, it’d be easier to stay big.”
Yeah, Ice Spice doesn’t like being accused of cutting corners when it comes to getting into shape and we ain’t mad at that. When someone goes hard when working on body and become a better version of themselves, accusing them of taking the easy way out isn’t going to sit to well with them.
Still, we lowkey miss the thick as mofongo Ice Spice who could fill out a pair of sweat pants with no problem. Just sayin.’
What do y’all think? Is Ice Spice telling the truth about her recent physical downsizing or is she capping? Let us know in the comments section below.
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The weight loss drug Ozempic has been all the rage in 2024 with everyday people and celebrities hopping on the medication to help them drop some unwanted pounds. Now, it seems like Ice Spice might’ve got in on the trend as fans are noticing the famously thick as molasses rapper is looking a bit more lean these days.
According to Page Six (so keep that top of mind), fans have begun to murmur that Ice Spice is disappearing before their very eyes and not because her popularity is waning, but because her waist line is, and that’s leaving some of her day-one fans a bit worried. Earlier this week, the bombshell from the Bronx posted a few pics of herself on her official Instagram page and fans were quick to notice a decline in her former thicker frame and immediately began to speculate that the “Deli” rapper was probably poppin’ Ozempic into her physical.
While the backside was still pretty much there in all it’s glory, her waistline seemingly vanished, and that led to many fans taking to the comments to let their feelings be known.
Per Page Six:
Fans took to her Instagram comments to share their opinions about her drastic weight loss — even attributing it to Hollywood’s favorite weight loss drug, Ozempic.
“Stop using ozempic,” wrote one user.
“girl … you are disappearing … where all your weight went,” asked a second person.
“Somebody said the ICE IS MELTING ,” quipped a third.
“Ok ozempic ,” commented a fourth user.
When another fan said Ice — born Isis Gaston — was “sooo skinny,” another user replied, “its ozempic.”
Page Six has reached out to Ice’s reps for comment but did not immediately hear back.
Truth be told, she’s still pretty thick from the waist down, and we think she still looks good. But hey, that’s just us. Check out Ice Spice’s pics below, and let us know your thoughts on the situation.
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Taylor Swift has a loyal bff in Ice Spice.
Spotted on TMZ Hip Hop, Ice Spice responded perfectly to fans in the crowd who expressed their disdain for Hip-Hop Annie’s new buddy Taylor Swift during a recent “performance” at Rolling Loud across the pond.
The “Think U The Sh*t (Fart)” crafter had to let fans know that she will always be down with Taylor Swift after fans were not pleased to hear the mega-popular pop star’s voice when the rapper played “Karma,” the single they collaborated on on.
To close out her set, Ice Spice played Taylor Swift singing the song and was met with boos and thumbs down from fans in the crowd.
In response, the “Munch” rapper blew a kiss to unhappy fans before walking off the stage, letting them know it’s all love, but she is riding for TS.
The unlikely duo quickly became besties following the release of the collaborative effort, which earned them both a Best Pop Duo Grammy nomination.
Taylor Swift even brought out Ice Spice to perform the record during her “Eras” tour stop in New Jersey, where Swifties’ greetings were much warmer than at the fan reception in Austria.
Ice Spice even joined Swift in a booth at Super Bowl LVIII to help her cheer on the Kansas City Chiefs and her boyfriend, All-Pro tight end and Champion Travis Kelce.
Seemingly unbothered by the fan’s cold reception to Taylor Swift at the Hip-Hop music festival, the Bronx rapper was later spotted hanging out with UK rapper Central Cee, further sparking dating rumors between the two.
We are sure the Swifties and Taylor Swift are happy to see they have a staunch ally in Ice Spice.
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As of late the New York City MTA has been on their Hip-Hop fix giving some of the game’s biggest artists their own MetroCards for New Yorkers to collect. After seeing the likes of The Notorious B.I.G., Cam’ron and others get their faces plastered on plastic, the MTA has decided to give the Big Apple’s latest star her own train pass.
According to Blavity, Ice Spice will be the latest Hip-Hop artist to get her own limited edition MetroCard as she gears up to drop her highly-anticipated debut album, Y2K. Unfortunately for her millions of fans and followers, the MetroCards will be limited to a mere 50,000 cards, and already, people are gobbling them up to resell them online for anywhere between $30 to $4,000 (yes, you read that right). While we’re sure some fans will cough up a few dollars to own a MetroCard which features their favorite artist, we doubt anyone will pay the price of a used car for one. Well, maybe Jordan Poole would. Just sayin’.
As to why Ice Spice decided to name her album Y2K (y’all youngn’s don’t know nothing about that particular scare), Ice Spice was actually born Jan. 1, 2000 when computers were supposed to plunge the world back into the Stone Age and everyone was going to become cannibals. That did not happen, and people actually went vegan. Go figure.
Blavity reports:
During a recent interview with Zane Lowe for Apple 1, the 24-year-old, whose birthday is Jan. 1, 2000, discussed where she garnered inspiration for the record’s title and energy.
“Thankfully, I had my mom, so growing up, I’d see her really embody the Y2K aesthetic in its truest form,” she said. “It’s duck nails. It’s a tramp stamp. It’s brown lip liner, no matter where you go. So, thankfully, I had her as my inspo growing up. And of course just like the internet, you feel me? Just like anyone else.”
Considering the early 2000s aesthetic of Y2K, Ice Spice expressed her penchant for minimalism and how that played into the thought process behind naming the project.
“I have a book full of pages of album names and different ideas,” she shared. “I just really find the beauty in simplicity, and I was just like, ‘You know what, I want it to be short.’ I didn’t want it to be this super long phrase.”
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We wonder what kind of numbers her debut album will do when it’s all said and done.
Did y’all got out and get an Ice Spice MetroCard? Would y’all pay $4,000 for one? What are y’all expectations for her debut album Y2K? Let us know in the comments section below.
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Well, that was fast; Ice Spice is going Hollywood.
Variety exclusively reports that Ice Spice is joining the cast of Spike Lee’s High and Low, an English reinterpretation of the Japanese crime thriller of the same name by Akira Kurosawa.
The original 1963 film starring Toshiro Mifune, based on the Ed McBain novel King’s Ransom, follows a businessman whose life is ruined after making a ransom payment to kidnappers.
The “Munch” rapper will make her acting debut alongside Academy Award-winning actor Denzel Washington and recently Academy Award-nominated Jeffrey Wright in the upcoming Apple Original Films and A24 project.
What her role will be in the project remains a mystery.
Per Variety:
“High and Low” will mark Ice Spice’s acting debut, and she’s already begun shooting for the project starring Denzel Washington.
The rapper skyrocketed to fame following the release of her breakthrough single, “Munch (Feelin’ U),” and subsequent collaborations with Pink Pantheress, Nicki Minaj and Taylor Swift. She was nominated for four Grammys this year, including best rap song and best new artist. Ice Spice’s first studio album, “Y2K,” is due out this year.
The film will be Lee and Washington’s fifth theatrical collaboration. The actor has also starred in Mo Better Blues, Malcolm X, He Got Game, and Inside Man.
Apple Original Films confirmed the film was in production by sharing a photo of Lee and Washington.
Social Media Reacts To The News
The reactions to the news of Ice Spice’s involvement in the film have been met with confusion and some excitement.
“This movie gonna be lit asf,” one person X, formerly Twitter, said in response to Variety’s reporting.
Another person added, “Words can’t describe how badly I want this movie to succeed.”
“This is hilarious but we need to issue a fatwa on spike lee remaking classic asian films,” another post read.
Whether you like it or not, Ice Spice is coming to a big screen near you. We trust Spike Lee, so we can’t wait to see what he cooks up with High and Low.
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Ice Spice‘s popularity these days remains to be sky high and she knows exactly how to keep her momentum going in 2024 and don’t think for a second it has anything to do with her bars.
Using social media to keep her name buzzing and her fans salivating, Ice Spice shared some pretty sexy selfies on Snapchat (people still use that?!) and naturally had social media talking and thirsting at the same time. Ditching her customary fro for a more relaxed wig piece, Ice shared some pics of herself in some skimpy outfits from her collaboration with Alexander Wang and needless to say this was a helluva way to promote the new partnership.
Of course the pics garners tons of comments from fans expressing their love and admiration for the artist as she showcased all that her mama gave her.
Sidenote: Her mama’s a baddy too. Just sayin.’
In an interview with Variety earlier this month, Alexander Wang expressed his excitement about working with the Bronx bombshell saying “Ice Spice is such a powerhouse, a cultural touchstone, and a breath of fresh air. Her unapologetic energy magnifies the sharp and austere sensuality of Spring 2024 and leans into our brand codes on a deeper level.”
Check out some more of Ice Spice’s collection below and let us know your thoughts on the Alexander Wang collection in the comments section.
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Ice Spice has taken her talents back to the fashion industry. The “In Ha Mood” rapper is the star of Alexander Wang’s newest campaign.
As spotted on Variety Magazine the Bronx, New York native is not shying away from the limelight. This week she unveiled that she recently shot for the luxury label’s upcoming spring 2024 collection. Titled Nocturna, the collection aims to blend the worlds of fashion and music together seamlessly. The result is a bold effort that allows Ice Spice to be her authentic self. The forthcoming drop features ready to wear pieces ranging from faded sweats, short sleeved cropped shirts, boxy tees, tank bras, branded purses and a variety of footwear.
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Ice Spice made it clear that she was thrilled to be considered for the opportunity. “As an artist, I’m always challenging myself on how I can contribute to culture in a way that drives things forward, and Alexander Wang is a great vehicle for that with this incredibly bold and global campaign,” Ice Spice said in a statement.
Alexander Wang expressed her enthusiasm on working with the Rap star saying “Ice Spice is such a powerhouse, a cultural touchstone, and a breath of fresh air. Her unapologetic energy magnifies the sharp and austere sensuality of Spring 2024 and leans into our brand codes on a deeper level.”
You can shop the Alexander Wang Nocturna collection here.
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Ice Spice began teasing the release of her debut studio album starting last year, and now her millions of fans can breathe a sigh of relief. The “Munch (Feelin’ U)” star says she’s done recording her Y2K album, sharing the news via social media.
Ice Spice, who turned 24 at the top of the year, burst onto the scene in 2022 with “Munch” dominating airwaves and social media channels. Ice’s drill-influenced flow endeared her to listeners within her generation and propelled her as a star to watch.
After gaining success with producer RiotUSA, the pair connected again with the hit tracks “In Ha Mood” and “Princess Diana” which all appeared on Ice Spice’s 2023 EP, Like..?
Via Instagram, Ice shared a pair of images as she showed off her signature red curls, jean skirt, and platform heels. The post’s caption reads, “i finished recording y2k the album ^.^” but gave no other indication of what to expect on the project. Ice is currently enjoying the run of her new single “Think U The Sh*t (Fart)” although it isn’t known if it will be featured on the full-length project.
A release date for Y2K wasn’t revealed but should be expected soon.
Congratulations to Ice Spice.
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Joe Budden, whose only hit single, “Pump It Up,” finally achieved Gold status in 2023, is weighing in on the current state of “girl Rap:—calling the fan-created sub-sector “over.”
During his most recent episode of the Joe Budden Podcast, the former Love & Hip Hop star called out “girl rappers” while sharing his disdain for the bars after Cardi B released her highly-anticipated song, “Like What.”
“Y’all ain’t gonna want to hear it from me, but the girl rapper wave is over. Just telling you what it is,” Budden said. “The cream rises to the top, so Latto shall remain; Flo Milli shall remain; Rapsody will always be there, but she wasn’t really a part of [that scene]. But all of that, ‘Go find a girl, send her to Columbia, get it done, put her in the studio with f*cking Mike WiLL [Made-It] or any one of them n-ggas’—all that planting the girl in the scene, getting the record and it taking off—that wave is over.”
Budden’s scorching hot take came on the heels of Cardi B’s “Like What (Freestyle),” in which during the show, he suggested that the Bronx-bred MC is “scared” to release her highly-anticipated album over fears of the potential backlash awaiting her.
“Cardi B is afraid, and I’m tired of just nobody saying it,” said Budden. “Cardi B is scared to come out, it don’t take this long to come out.”
While Budden made a few valid points regarding the carbon copy method currently being used by the industry across the board, asserting his opinion when women are dominating and their male counterparts are fighting for their lives and starving for mentors is disingenuous. The continued lack of true concern over the problematic messaging that pushes drug use, violence and misogyny toward women in music and male-only podcast spaces aimed at men is alarming.
It also has to be noted that as a former artist, to see Budden play into the attempt to divide women in Rap from their male counterparts is not only reductive but also divisive in a genre that women had a major hand in co-creating. Then to announce that female rappers are “done” as if you have authority in the space is not only asinine but also egregious because it’s not supported by any facts.
In 2021, Cardi B made history in early March, becoming the first female rapper to have five No. 1 hits on the Billboard Hot 100 chart. Two years after she won Best Rap Album at the 2019 Grammys. That same year, Megan Thee Stallion picked up three awards, including Best New Artist. Doja Cat and Chika each received Grammy nominations in different categories–during that time and since, the new school of male rappers were absent.
Even though she hasn’t released a full album since 2018, Cardi B has been consistently putting out music. Following the release of Invasion of Privacy, Cardi has dropped six Top 100 singles (“Please Me,” “Hot Sh-t,” “Up,” “Bongos,” “Tomorrow 2 (Remix)” and the highly-decorated single, “WAP”)—which is why Offset took to Instagram to post the caption: “Stop being scary and drop the album s–t goes crazy [fire emoji].”
Regardless of how you feel about the messaging of female artists, for the last five years, women have been leading the pack. When gun violence and drugs were taking out some of Rap’s biggest artists, women were stepping up and making a name for themselves by giving listeners an alternative to murder music. The emboldened sound, reminiscent of the glam girl rap Lil’ Kim created, ushered in a new wave of boss women who weren’t taking any mess—but that’s seemingly why Joey and his band of incels are upset.
To continue to use the “BBL” and “lipo” comments as a rule only for women when men are getting them too—we all saw Funk Flex live in action on the table bumping “CREAM.” Let’s not forget Kanye West and Drake (allegedly)—yet no public slander or mention of it while deducing women in the same genre are doing the same thing as gimmicks, doesn’t make sense. Especially when the gimmick being used on young men is to have “opps” or be drug kingpins and gang leaders.
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The truth is, most of these men with opinions on women in anything need to find a young man to mentor and coach to sub-par-dom, because the whole trying to get clicks off of hating on someone who made it further than you thing is over.
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The Bronx continues to influence pop culture. A photograph of Jason Kelce chatting with Ice Spice is the Super Bowl’s hottest meme.
As reported by Time Magazine Super Bowl LVIII was filled to the brim with interesting moments from NFL coaches making some statements that would make Cam’ron say “AYO” to fans questioning Alicia Keys letting Usher grab her from behind. Before the game Jason Kelce, brother of Travis, was spotted meeting Ice Spice for the first time in Taylor Swift’s sky box. While the moment seemed very innocent the image lent itself to some pretty incredible memes. Some of the standouts included the former football center mistaking the rapper for orphan Annie or making an awkward reference to her songs.
The former football center first met Taylor Swift during the AFC divisional match up between the Kansas City Chiefs and Buffalo Bills. After his brother scored a touchdown he took off his shirt in excitement. On his New Heights podcast he detailed the moment with the “Shake It Off” pop star. “I want to make my best first impression, and this was my best chance” he said.
Ice Spice’s rise to stardom has included what seems to be a genuine friendship with Taylor Swift. The two collaborated on “Karma” and have been buddy buddy ever since. You can see some of the best Jason Kelce meeting Ice Spice reactions below.