Miley Cyrus Responds to Backlash Over Hip-Hop Remarks
Miley Cyrus has responded to the backlash that followed the singer’s controversial remarks in a recent interview about the current state of hip-hop.
Speaking to Billboard ahead of her new single “Malibu” – which leans closer to country than the Mike Will Made-It bangers Cyrus has released in recent years – the singer said she likes Kendrick Lamar’s “Humble” “because it’s not ‘Come sit on my dick, suck on my cock.’ I can’t listen to that anymore. That’s what pushed me out of the hip-hop scene a little. It was too much ‘Lamborghini, got my Rolex, got a girl on my cock’ – I am so not that.”
Cyrus, who has faced cultural appropriation accusations in the past, was roundly criticized for her new stance on the genre she previously reaped the benefits of.
In an Instagram post Friday night, Cyrus addressed the backlash from her Billboard comments.
“When articles are read it isn’t always considered that for hours I’ve spoken with a journalist about my life, where my heart is, my perspective at that time, and the next step in my career,” Cyrus said. “Unfortunately only a portion of that interview makes it to print, & a lot of the time publications like to focus on the most sensationalized part of the conversation. So, to be clear I respect ALL artists who speak their truth and appreciate ALL genres of music.”
Cyrus also clarified her feelings about hip-hop, saying that she now prefers “uplifting, conscious rap,” like Lamar.
“I have always and will continue to love and celebrate hip-hop as I’ve collaborated with some of the very best,” Cyrus added. “At this point in my life I am expanding personally/musically and gravitating more towards uplifting, conscious rap! As I get older I understand the effect music has on the world & seeing where we are today I feel the younger generation needs to hear positive powerful lyrics!”
“Malibu” is expected out May 11th. Read Cyrus’ full Instagram comment below: