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Daily Mirror
Daily Mirror
Entertainment
Scarlett O'Toole

Lizzo slams 'really hurtful' claims she 'only writes music for white people'

Lizzo has slammed 'really hurtful' critics for suggesting her music is 'only for white people' and said the negative comments 'challenge' her identity as a proud black woman.

The 34-year-old singer recently opened up about the criticism she has faced, with some people suggesting her songs are steered towards a white audience.

Lizzo has insisted her message is "literally for everybody" and said she makes music similar to what was made "for black people in the 70s".

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