Halle Berry and Monica Lewinsky have become recurring names in rap lyrics. While Halle Berry seems to embrace this attention, Monica Lewinsky has mixed feelings.
Over the weekend, a fan praised Halle Berry’s presence in music, tweeting that she might be “the most rapped about woman in history.” Halle, displaying her characteristic charm, responded playfully, saying she appreciates every reference. She even asked fans what their favorites were.
Meanwhile, Monica Lewinsky, known for being mentioned in rap for less flattering reasons, joked back at Halle with a witty “wanna trade?!?” and a wink emoji. Her name often evokes memories of her scandalous affair with then-President Bill Clinton in the 90s. Understandably, the nature of the reference doesn’t always sit well with her.
The story of Lewinsky’s affair with Clinton is infamous. It inspired a vivid lyric in Beyoncé’s 2013 song ‘Partition,’ where Beyoncé sang about an intimate encounter with a nod to Monica’s past. In 2022, Monica suggested that Beyoncé should alter the lyric, drawing from Beyoncé’s decision to change a controversial word in another song.
Monica’s issue with the line is clear. She wrote an article proposing that the lyric should reference Clinton instead, pointing out it’s both more accurate and less pointed. Her tweets and venues like Forbes’ ‘Under 30 Summit’ have served as platforms for her to express her views.
However, Monica doesn’t always take offense. During a speech, she sarcastically thanked several rappers, including Beyoncé and Eminem, for their musical mentions. This suggests that while some references sting, she also finds humor and irony in them.
Both Halle Berry and Monica Lewinsky offer interesting perspectives on their mentions in rap songs. Halle enjoys the playful homage, while Monica navigates a complex mix of humor and discomfort. Their responses highlight the nuanced nature of fame.
