Monie Love gave Lady Leshurr a heartfelt salute during a touching conversation that united two generations of British Hip-Hop, calling her “impeccable” and “living proof” of lyrical excellence among women in rap.
In a video shared by Lady Leshurr on social media on Wednesday (August 20), Monie Love — a trailblazing emcee and two-time Grammy nominee — didn’t hold back her admiration.
“This girl is impeccable,” Love said. “Her cadence is insane. Her pronunciation is insane. We’re so grateful for you. We’re so grateful that you exist.”
She added, “Because for a lot of people, especially people that listen to women, many of them feel that we’re not as lyrical… we do, and you are living proof.”
Visibly moved, Leshurr responded with “my heart right now,” adding that the praise was “so overwhelming to hear.”
The moment resonated deeply with Leshurr, who returned the love in her caption:
“IF YOU DONT KNOW WHO THIS IS YOU TOO YOUNG,” she began. “DO YOUR RESEARCH!!”
She went on to highlight Love’s legacy, adding, “NOBODY FROM THE UK WAS DOING LEGENDARY THINGS LIKE THIS DECADES AGO. WE MUST ALWAYS REMEMBER THE PEOPLE THAT MADE THINGS HAPPEN BEFORE US BECAUSE THEY WILL FOREVER MATTER!! SHE EXPANDED THE GENRES SPACE FOR WOMEN ESPECIALLY FROM THE UK TO BE HEARD RESPECTED & CELEBRATED & SHE DESERVES HER FLOWERS EVERYDAY!!!”
Fans Demand Monie Love & Lady Leshurr Collab
The exchange sparked calls for a collaboration between the two. One commenter wrote, “You def need a monie love collab even if she just sings the hook.” Another added, “We (the innumerable hip hop fans) absolutely need a Monie Love & Lady Leshurr collaboration.”
Love, rose from London’s Hip-Hop scene in the late ’80s before relocating to New York City. She became a key member of the Native Tongues collective alongside Queen Latifah and De La Soul.
Her work on tracks like “Ladies First” and “Buddy” helped cement her place in Hip-Hop history.
Leshurr, known for her rapid-fire delivery and witty lyricism, has faced recent challenges.
In October 2022, she was accused of assaulting her ex-girlfriend’s partner, including an allegation of biting that allegedly caused nerve damage.
A jury at Snaresbrook Crown Court found her not guilty on two counts of actual bodily harm in November 2023.
Despite the acquittal, Leshurr said the legal ordeal “ruined her career,” noting she lost brand deals, income and industry support during the process.
She described the experience as one of the darkest periods of her life, including spending time in a cell on the anniversary of her sister’s death.
She maintains she was the victim in the incident, claiming she was attacked and bitten by a dog, but was portrayed as the aggressor in court.