Rising hip-hop star Doechii had an unforgettable reaction when none other than Lady Gaga lavished praise on her artistic talent. In a recent British Vogue interview, Gaga—celebrated for her boundary-pushing creativity—called Doechii “immediately legendary.” The comment struck a chord with the rapper, who admitted she “audibly gasped” upon hearing it
Doechii, who recently claimed Best Rap Album at the Grammys for Alligator Bites Never Heal, is enjoying a standout year. Her TikTok-fueled single “Anxiety” soared into the Billboard Hot 100 top 10, cementing her status as a formidable presence in music.
Despite being a devoted fan of Gaga, Doechii revealed she hasn’t sought advice from her idol—choosing instead to absorb Gaga’s creative essence organically when they’ve crossed paths. Reflecting on her milestone year, Doechii expressed deep gratitude for moments like these, and for being validated by the very legends she admires.
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