Rico Nasty

On this episode of Lipps Service, Scott sits down with one of today’s hottest rappers, producers, and singer-songwriters, Rico Nasty, who most recently released her third album, LETHAL, on May 16 via Fueled By Ramen. Rico starts by discussing her upbringing, including her early music influences such as Britney Spears and Joan Jett, and how she was expelled from school. She also tells the story behind her namesake, reflects on her first performances at Sweet 16s, and explains how her parents have supported her career. She talks about her collaborations with other big artists, including Paramore, Doechii, Doja Cat, and Megan Thee Stallion. She explores her new album, from its creation and message to the meaning behind the album cover, and shares the stories behind some of its hit tracks. To close, Rico lists her top 5 food spots in NYC and artists who inspire her. Tune into a funny and great chat with the baddest to ever do it – Rico Nasty!

 

CREDITS (Instagram handles)

Host @scottlipps

Edited by @toastycakes

Music by @robby_hoff

Produced by @whitakermarisa

Recorded at Melrose Podcasts NYC

 

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0:00:00 - Start

0:02:00 - NYC

0:03:33 - Her parents 

0:04:30 - Free styling 

0:06:29 - Upbringing 

0:08:00 - Getting expelled from school 

0:10:40 - Rico Nasty namesake

0:12:19 - Britney Spears and other influences 

0:13:40 - Her dad 

0:15:30 - Joan Jett, Shrek, and The Runaways

0:23:00 - Performing at sweet 16s

0:23:20 - Second guessing and meeting Kenny beats 

0:27:47 - Primal Scream therapy 

0:39:07 - Top pizza spots

0:31:00 - “Smack A Bitch”

0:35:00 - Early influences like Avril Lavigne, Paramore, Doechii, Doja Cat, Megan Thee Stallion, and working with them 

0:38:40 - Dream collaboration with Rihanna 

0:39:42 - Boys Noize

0:41:22 - Being pigeon-holed 

0:43:09 - The process 

0:47:12 - Playing new music for people 

0:48:00 - Album cover 

0:51:44 - Biggest fears 

0:52:46 - “Teethsucker”

0:54:00 - Her finsta

0:57:47 - “On The Low”

0:59:45 - Acting in “Margo’s Got Money Troubles”

0:65:22 - Top 5 food spots in NYC

0:72:30 - Top 5 artists who inspire her