Christina Aguilera Has Always Been A Hip Hop Fan

Elysa Gardner of USA Today spoke with Christina Aguilera about her new album ‘Stripped’, which reveals more of an urban influence. In addition to Keys, rappers Redman and Lil’ Kim make guest appearances. “I’ve always been a hip-hop fan, so that’s going to come out more in my music,” Aguilera says. She cites ‘Dirrty’, featuring Redman, as “the hardest, most beat-driven song. It’s about being 21 and, you know, getting down and getting a little gritty and street with my friends. And not worrying about looking pretty, or caring who’s around.” Read more.