Ice Spice found herself in a state of utter confusion when she attended the 2024 Super Bowl with Taylor Swift. The rapper admitted on “The Tonight Show” with Jimmy Fallon that she had “not have a clue” what was going on while watching Swift’s boyfriend, Travis Kelce, and his team, the Kansas City Chiefs, take on the San Francisco 49ers.
Despite being surrounded by celebrities like Blake Lively, Lana Del Rey, and Keleigh Teller in Swift’s girl squad, Ice Spice confessed that she relied on Swift’s cheers to know when to clap or react during the game. This led to many fans noticing her puzzled expressions during the championship game at Allegiant Stadium.
Ice Spice and Taylor Swift’s friendship blossomed after collaborating on a remix of Swift’s song “Karma” the previous year. Swift even brought Ice Spice out to perform their collaboration on her Eras Tour. Despite internet trolls speculating that Swift was only using Ice Spice for clout, both artists have denied such claims.
A Genuine Connection
In an interview with Rolling Stone, Ice Spice expressed her admiration for Swift, stating that the two artists mesh well because of their similar personalities. Swift also praised Ice Spice for showing a keen interest in the music industry beyond just the creative aspect. She lauded Ice Spice for taking a strategic and business-oriented approach to her career.
The Evolution of Ice Spice’s Career
Swift commended Ice Spice for her proactive stance in shaping her own career and not just being a passive participant in the music industry. Ice Spice’s willingness to delve into the financial and business aspects of her career impressed Swift, who saw a kindred spirit in the rising star.
Ice Spice’s moment of confusion at the Super Bowl may have garnered attention, but it also highlighted her genuine friendship with Taylor Swift and her dedication to understanding the ins and outs of the music industry. Despite initial skepticism, Ice Spice’s career seems to be on an upward trajectory, with Swift by her side as a mentor and friend.