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Latto throws cold water on the idea of a heated rap battle with Ice Spice, despite some underlying friction between the two rappers. In a recent Billboard interview, Latto addressed the possibility of a lyrical showdown similar to the Drake-Kendrick Lamar beef.

While acknowledging her enjoyment of the Drake-Kendrick back-and-forth, Latto politely declined the prospect of battling Ice Spice. She clarified, “If I was to do [a battle], it would have to be with somebody I feel like I’ma go tit for tat with,” emphasizing it wasn’t meant as a diss towards Ice Spice. The implication is that Latto seeks a worthy opponent for a full-fledged lyrical exchange.

Latto went on to suggest a fundamental difference in styles between her and Ice Spice. “I feel like she’s doing her in her lane,” she explained, implying their approaches to rap are distinct. She further hinted that Ice Spice might not be interested in an all-out rap beef either, stating, “I don’t even think she gives me like, ‘Oh, she wants to engage in an actual rap beef.’”

While playful lyrical jabs are part of the rap game according to Latto, she downplayed the seriousness of any tension with Ice Spice. “Everybody gon’ take their lil jabs in the music, and it’s not even that serious to me,” she said. Latto seems content to let any minor friction play out subtly in their music, rather than escalating it into a full-blown rap battle.

This leaves the question open: Will Ice Spice rise to the (unofficial) challenge and ignite a lyrical feud? Or will she follow Latto’s lead and keep things lighthearted, avoiding a potential battle altogether? Only time will tell if these two rappers decide to keep things friendly or engage in a more heated exchange.

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