Lana Del Rey Sparks Feud with Ethel Cain in New Song Tease: Fans Speculate on Intentions

August 14, 2025
Lana Del Rey Sparks Feud with Ethel Cain in New Song Tease: Fans Speculate on Intentions
  • Del Rey explained in a deleted comment that she was unaware of Cain until a few years ago and was disturbed by her graphic images, comments about Del Rey's weight, and attempts to insert herself into Del Rey's personal life.

  • Del Rey has been performing new music at festivals, with speculation that her upcoming album, possibly titled 'Lasso' or 'The Right Person Will Stay,' will feature some of these tracks.

  • As of today, neither artist has issued an official statement beyond the song snippet, but the personal nature of the feud suggests it might be more than just publicity.

  • Reps for Swift, Del Rey, and Antonoff have not commented on the rumors, and media inquiries about the situation remain unanswered.

  • Meanwhile, Cain is on her 'Willoughby Tucker Forever' tour supporting her new album, which has received positive reviews and features popular tracks like 'F*** My Eyes' and 'Nettles.'

  • Cain's latest album, 'Willoughby Tucker, I’ll Always Love You,' is a dark, cohesive, Lynchian coming-of-age story that has been well-received, while Del Rey is working on her delayed 10th studio album.

  • Both artists operate within similar genres, and their rivalry has intensified due to comparisons and Cain's rising fame as a trans artist, especially following her 2022 debut album 'Preacher’s Daughter.'

  • The lyrics also mention Cain being called 'the most famous girl at the Waffle House,' a phrase linked to a 2022 headline about her, fueling speculation about the rivalry.

  • Lana Del Rey recently teased a new song that appears to include a diss aimed at Ethel Cain, referencing a feud with lyrics that criticize Cain's behavior and her social media posts.

  • Cain publicly claimed she didn't know about the diss and expressed excitement to listen, despite the ongoing tension.

  • Fans of both artists are eagerly awaiting responses, especially Cain's, as Del Rey prepares for her upcoming album release, with industry insiders suggesting the feud may be part of promotional strategies.

  • Fans have reacted with surprise and speculation, with some suggesting the feud might be driven by publicity, personal issues, or social media shading.

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