Courtney Love Expresses Admiration for Kendrick Lamar

Courtney Love has expressed her admiration for Kendrick Lamar, stating in a recent interview that she has a 'mad crush' on him and would love to collaborate. She praised Lamar's lyrical prowess, calling him 'undoubtedly the best hip-hop writer ever', and posed a question about his musical influences, referencing Leonard Cohen and Bob Dylan. In addition to Lamar, Love mentioned her interest in working with artists like Lana Del Rey, Stormzy, and Doja Cat, despite her past criticisms of Del Rey. Love also emphasized her frustration with the term 'collab', advocating for a more traditional phrasing of 'writing a song together'. She is currently working on her first solo album in over a decade and has collaborated with Michael Stipe from R.E.M. The interview showcases Love's evolving opinions on contemporary musicians and her intent to merge her rock background with various genres.