Claiming Creative Independence: Latto Addresses Drake Comparisons on New Album 'Big Mama
Latto has asserted that the lyrics on her latest album, Big Mama, are her own creation and not influenced by Drake, in response to Joe Budden's insinuations. The Atlanta rapper addressed Budden's comments on The Joe Budden Podcast, where he suggested similarities between Latto's music and Drake's recent work. Latto chose to respond by sharing a photo of handwritten lyrics to her song "Hostage" on social media, with a timestamp to prove their authenticity.
Budden's remarks on Big Mama included observations of Drake's influence on the project, particularly noting similarities in certain parts of the album. He referenced Latto's previous album, Sugar Honey Iced Tea, and the speculation that Drake may have had a hand in the opening track, "Georgia Peach." Budden specifically pointed out the song "Hostage," drawing comparisons to music from Drake and 21 Savage's collaborative album Her Loss.
Despite the comparisons made by Budden, he did acknowledge some positive aspects of Big Mama, highlighting tracks like "Chrome Heart Diaper Bag" and praising the album's production quality. Latto's response to the discussion was subtle but clear, emphasizing her role as a songwriter and asserting her creative voice on the album. While the comparisons to Drake may persist, Latto wants listeners to recognize her individual contributions to Big Mama.