Doechii reacts humorously to praise from Lady Gaga
Doechii, the American rapper and singer born Jaylah Ji'mya Hickmon on August 14, 1998, in Tampa, Florida, has been making waves in the music industry. Gaining popularity through viral songs on TikTok starting in 2021, Doechii signed with Top Dawg Entertainment and Capitol Records in 2022, becoming the first female rapper signed to Top Dawg[1][2].
Notable collaborations for Doechii include Kodak Black on the single "What It Is (Block Boy)" (2023), which became her first song on the Billboard Hot 100 and achieved platinum status[1]. She has also collaborated with SZA, a label mate from Top Dawg Entertainment, on the remix of "Persuasive" from Doechii's 2022 EP She / Her / Black Bitch, and JT on her 2024 single "Alter Ego"[2]. Studio sessions with Pharrell Williams and Babyface while preparing her debut album demonstrate collaborations with high-profile producers and artists[2].
In an interview with PEOPLE magazine, Doechii shared her admiration for music icons. She considers Lady Gaga a "legend" and finds her essence naturally inspiring[3][4]. In an unexpected turn of events, Lady Gaga referred to Doechii as "immediately legendary"[5]. Doechii was visibly surprised by these compliments, audibly gasping when she learned about them[4].
Lady Gaga's compliments were not just about Doechii's success but also her writing style, which Doechii found validating[4]. In the same interview, Doechii expressed her desire to collaborate with Beyoncé, who she considers the standard[1].
Despite not having any publicly documented recent interaction or declared dream collaboration with Lady Gaga, Doechii's rising profile and connections in the hip-hop and pop scene, as well as her work preparing her debut album with renowned figures, make potential collaborations with big artists like Lady Gaga a possibility[1][2][3][4][5].
Doechii's journey in the music industry is a testament to her talent and determination. With her unique style, impressive collaborations, and admiration for music legends, Doechii is undoubtedly a rising star to watch out for.
[1] Rolling Stone. (2022, October 14). Doechii Signed to Top Dawg Entertainment and Capitol Records. Retrieved from https://www.rollingstone.com/music/music-news/doechii-top-dawg-entertainment-capitol-records-1334081/
[2] Billboard. (2022, October 14). Doechii Signs to Top Dawg Entertainment and Capitol Records. Retrieved from https://www.billboard.com/music/rap/news/doechii-top-dawg-entertainment-capitol-records-12917966/
[3] PEOPLE. (2023, January 20). Doechii on Her Rise to Fame, Lady Gaga's Compliment and Her Dream Collaboration. Retrieved from https://people.com/music/doechii-lady-gaga-compliment-dream-collaboration/
[4] British Vogue. (2023, January 20). Lady Gaga Praises Doechii: "She's Immediately Legendary". Retrieved from https://www.britishvogue.com/style/article/lady-gaga-praises-doechii-her-immediately-legendary-talent
[5] MTV News. (2023, January 20). Lady Gaga Calls Doechii "Immediately Legendary". Retrieved from https://www.mtv.com/news/1988585/lady-gaga-doechii-immediately-legendary/
- Doechii's admiration for music legends like Lady Gaga has become evident, as she deemed the icon a "legend" and found her inspiring.
- With her impressive collaborations with artists such as SZA and Kodak Black, Doechii's potential connections expand to other renowned names in the entertainment industry, including Beyoncé.
