Latto recently shared an unexpected moment when she met Eminem, leaving her both thrilled and a bit self-conscious.
During a visit to The Jennifer Hudson Show, Latto fondly recalled her surprise when the iconic rapper confessed that he admired her work. She didn’t expect such high praise and was so shocked that she thought she might have come off as a bit awkward.
Latto described the experience with a big smile, saying, “First of all, I was so gagged! I didn’t even know. I was like, ‘Oh I bombed that. He thinks I’m weird.’ Because I just was like, ‘Ahhh!’ I didn’t know what to say so I was like, ‘Ahhh thank you!’” Her father’s love for Eminem’s music growing up made the moment even more special for her.
Eminem, who served as a guest judge on Netflix’s Rhythm + Flow, joined Latto, Royce Da 5’9”, and Mr. Porter to evaluate contestants. His unexpected comment, “I love you, by the way. You’re fucking incredible,” left Latto stunned and delighted.
Meanwhile, Latto continues to receive accolades from hip-hop legends. During a performance at the Barclays Center, she brought out New York favorites A Boogie Wit Da Hoodie and Lil Kim, who dubbed Latto “the fucking truth” and celebrated her talent.
Additionally, during a tour stop in Toronto, Drake surprised fans with a performance of “Housekeeping Knows,” a collaboration with Latto. The track is part of Drake’s ‘100 Gigs’ multimedia dump, which also features his work with Young Thug and 21 Savage.
Latto’s rise in the industry is marked by such collaborations and the respect of established artists, further solidifying her place in the hip-hop scene.
Latto’s encounter with Eminem is just another feather in her cap, signaling her growing influence and success in the music industry. Fans can only anticipate what next surprising collaborations or moments await her.
