RAP superstar Iggy Izalea has QUIT her music career after three albums, ten years and a global smash hit with Britney Spears.
The 33-year-old shocked fans when she made the announcement on X yesterday.
Iggy explained on the social media platform that she took a break from writing her fourth album and didn’t feel the “urge to go back to it”.
The star, who goes by the real name of Amethyst Amelia Kelly, said on the social media platform: “I’ve always been someone who finds my joy in being creative & seeing my ideas come to life.
“For a long time I used music to deliver my big crazy ideas to the world.
“I know a lot of people have this idea that I was “bullied away from music” and that’s something I’ve always laughed at because I’d never be bullied out of anything!
“In fact, I’m too stubborn. I think I’ve even resisted changes within myself at times, purely because I don’t like being viewed as someone who quits.
“In truth what I’ve known for a long time is that I feel more passionately about design and creative direction than I do about song writing.
“To many of you that’s no shock to read. It shows in my work.”
She continued: “Haha! Jokes aside, i do spend a lot more time on that part of things… because Im most confident at that.
“That’s why I want to let you know that I’m not going to finish my album.
“It’s been paused for a few months while I was giving direction for a different project & in truth I just haven’t felt the urge to go back to it.
“I feel really happy & passionate in my day to day life when my minds focused on that and so I want to stick to what’s undeniably best for me.”
Wrapping up the lengthy post, Iggy concluded: “Cant wait to start sharing some of the things I’ve been involved in creating & hoping you’ll see my quirk & humor in anything I touch! I know for some fans this probably makes you feel a little deflated – I’m sorry to let you down.
“But, it’s more important I don’t let myself down. I hope youll understand.
“Talk soon! I Love you.”
Many fans were devastated with the news, but showed their love and support towards the singer.
One said: “Been a fan of you for the longest. My mother loves you as well. This broke my heart (again) but we love you and will always support you.”
Another wrote: “I’m really looking forward to it, I love when artists actually show that they can do multiple things and not only focus on one thing. You do u hun.”
“Good on you, I wish more artists felt comfortable being honest about their passion and direction. Good for you,” a third chimed in.
A fourth added: “You’re going to have a HUGE year this year, I can feel it in my bones!”
The news comes as a shock after the Australian rapper confirmed she was making a new album after pocketing £3 million on OnlyFans.
The star started selling content on the adult site after hurting her back on tour in 2022.
Her last album, The End Of An Era, was released in 2021.
Over the years the star has released three studio albums and seven singles.
Iggy shot to fame in 2014 when her song Fancy hit the charts globally.
Her other hits include Black Widow, Work, Change Your Life and Pretty Girls.
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