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  • The Kid Laroi Says He Doesn’t Trust People Who Don’t Like Ariana Grande

    The Kid Laroi Says He Doesn’t Trust People Who Don’t Like Ariana Grande

    The Kid Laroi is making it clear: if you’re not vibing with Ariana Grande’s music, he’s not sure he can vibe with you.

    The Australian rapper-singer, born Charlton Kenneth Jeffrey Howard, joined YouTuber FaZe Adapt for a laid-back Twitch livestream on July 25, 2025, where the two spent the day hanging out and casually chatting. While cruising around in a car, talk turned to music, and more specifically, dream collaborations.

    Without skipping a beat, Laroi named Ariana Grande as one of his ultimate “dream collabs,” gushing over her talent and throwing in a cheeky warning to any Grande skeptics.

    “Dream Collab. Dream Dream Collab.”

    When FaZe Adapt asked whether Laroi had worked with Grande yet, the 20-year-old hitmaker quickly responded:
    “I would love to. That’s like one of my dream collabs for sure. Dream dream collab. 100%.”

    Laroi didn’t stop there. He doubled down on his admiration for the pop star, praising both her artistry and her undeniable appeal.
    “She is like one of them [top dream collabs] for sure. I think she is so awesome, and like, I kinda don’t trust people who don’t like her music,” he added. “I don’t trust their air.”

    It’s a bold take, but not an unexpected one, especially for a performer whose own genre-hopping music often draws comparisons to Grande’s sleek pop versatility.

    Supporting “Eternal Sunshine”

    The Kid Laroi’s love for Ariana Grande isn’t new. Earlier this year, he gave a public nod to her latest album Eternal Sunshine: brighter days ahead, posting lyrics from the track “Past Life” on his Instagram story in March 2025. The moment didn’t go unnoticed by fans, with screenshots quickly making the rounds on fan pages.

    Grande’s Eternal Sunshine album has resonated across pop and R&B circles alike, and it seems Laroi is firmly in the camp of supporters. Whether or not this mutual appreciation turns into a musical collaboration remains to be seen, but it’s safe to say the fans are ready.

    A Hot Streak Continues

    Outside of Ariana-related commentary, The Kid Laroi is staying busy with his own releases. His latest single, “Hot Girl Problems,” dropped this week via Columbia Records. The accompanying music video, directed by Nick Vernet, features Love Island USA season seven stars Iris Kendall and Hannah Fields and brings yacht-party glamor to the forefront.

    The breezy summer track follows “How Does It Feel,” a soulful collaboration with bass wizard Thundercat. As Laroi continues to carve his path in pop and hip-hop, it’s clear he’s aiming high, both with his current output and his dream list of collaborators.

    And with Ariana Grande at the top of that list? Don’t be surprised if “Past Life” lyrics become a prophetic preview of what’s to come.

  • Tate McRae Calls Gay Fans Her “Favorite,” Reveals Entire Team is LGBTQ+ in Candid Interview

    Tate McRae Calls Gay Fans Her “Favorite,” Reveals Entire Team is LGBTQ+ in Candid Interview

    Rising pop star Tate McRae is opening up about her strong bond with her LGBTQ+ fans, admitting they are her “favorite” and sharing that her entire team is LGBTQ+. In an interview with Pride on Tuesday, February 25, McRae, 21, expressed how much she values the support from her queer audience, calling them her “number ones.”

    “They’re my favorite. No one beats them. Nobody is better than them,” McRae said. “My whole team is gay! That’s the only opinion I really want when I’m releasing music. I feel lucky to have their advice. We want to do the most and push the boundaries, but it’s also the most brutally honest advice.”

    McRae went on to praise her LGBTQ+ fans for their loyalty and support, saying, “You know that as much as you guys ride for me, I ride for you. I feel very grateful to have you guys in my life and surrounding me.”

    The Canadian singer-songwriter has quickly gained popularity with hits like “Sports Car” and “She’s All I Wanna Be.” Her connection with the LGBTQ+ community has played a significant role in shaping her artistic journey, and she is unapologetically vocal about her appreciation for them.

    Elsewhere in the interview, McRae shared her dream collaboration, revealing she would love to write with Grammy-winning artist SZA. “My dream is to write with SZA. She’s one of the coolest and best writers ever. I love her,” McRae said. When asked about what kind of music their collaboration would produce, she described it as a “mix of pop and R&B.”

    “I’d let her take the charge!” McRae added. “I just want to always keep pushing my comfort zone. I never want to recycle and do the same things. As an artist, I want to be uncomfortable and shock myself sometimes.”

    McRae also reflected on the pressure of being compared to pop legends, including Britney Spears, a comparison she called “flattering and scary.” Her comments come amid the release of her third studio album So Close to What on February 21, which includes the song “I Know Love,” a collaboration with her boyfriend, The Kid LAROI.

    Tate Mcrae & The Kid LAROI Performing 'Without You' at Madison Square Garden. Photo: YouTube
    Tate Mcrae & The Kid LAROI Performing ‘Without You’ at Madison Square Garden. Photo: YouTube

    Discussing the dynamics of working with a romantic partner, McRae shared that the creative process was “a little stressful” but ultimately rewarding. “It was a really funny process because me and Laroi have never really taken each other seriously,” she said. “You know when you’re in a relationship, and you sing around each other, you don’t really sing. So, it’s a little stressful being in the studio, singing and writing in front of him, but it was a cool experience to watch him in his process.”

    As her music continues to gain traction, McRae’s openness about her LGBTQ+ fandom and her creative aspirations are making her one of the most relatable stars in pop music today.