As Camila Cabello prepares to release her highly anticipated fourth studio album, ‘C,XOXO’, this Friday (June 28), fans are buzzing with excitement over her collaboration with Drake on two tracks, “Hot Uptown” and “Uuugly”. In an exclusive interview with Apple Music’s Zane Lowe, Cabello revealed the fascinating story behind their musical partnership. 

The pop star confessed that she reached out to Drake via direct message, admiring his work and sharing her aspiration for lyrical excellence. To her surprise, Drake had been a fan of her music since “Havana” (2018) and was eager to collaborate. After sharing her album with him, he was impressed and they began working on “Hot Uptown”. 

Their creative process was a true collaboration, with Cabello writing her part and Drake adding his verses. They refined the song together, transforming it into a duet. Drake even provided an outro, which evolved into the separate track “UUUgly”. Cabello appreciated Drake’s willingness to go beyond a simple feature, creating a cohesive and impactful musical experience. 

This collaboration is a testament to their mutual respect and artistic alignment. Cabello noted that they share similar musical tastes and lyrical sensibilities. Their joint effort has resulted in something special, and fans can’t wait to experience it.