Travis Scott wants to collaborate with Sabrina Carpenter and Taylor Swift. The announcement signals a potential new direction in his musical journey, as he explores collaborations beyond his traditional hip-hop partnerships.
“The ‘Sicko Mode’ hitmaker – who has worked with Beyonce and The Weeknd in the past – is interested in teaming up with the two pop superstars with some “ill ideas” already in his mind. His diverse collaboration history has showcased his versatility as an artist, consistently pushing genre boundaries.
Asked about potential collaborations, he told Billboard: “It’s this band called Khruangbin I want to work with. This might be crazy, but I would love to get Taylor Swift or Sabrina Carpenter on a hook.” Khruangbin, known for their unique blend of psychedelic and global music influences, would represent yet another unexpected creative direction for Scott.
“I have some ill ideas,” he added. Throughout his career, Scott has been known for his innovative approach to music production and performance, often combining different musical elements to create distinctive sounds.
The 33-year-old star also dismissed any suggestions on a rivalry with the ‘Espresso’ singer after her latest album ‘Short n’ Sweet’ beat the 10th anniversary release of his ‘Days Before Rodeo’ mixtape in the charts. This gracious response highlights Scott’s focus on artistic creation rather than commercial competition.
“Charts, shmarts, man. Who measures that? Her album’s cool. ‘Days Before Rodeo’ is 10 years old. It all works,” he replied. His perspective reflects a broader understanding of how music success extends beyond traditional chart metrics.
Travis is still proud of his debut record ‘Rodeo‘, which he described as “lit” despite having just one regret about its original release in 2015. The album stands as a pivotal moment in his career, helping establish his signature sound and artistic vision.
“I got a lot [of special memories from that time]. ‘Rodeo’ is lit,” he explained. “The only thing I wish from that album, and I probably should do for the 10-year anniversary, is that the action figure would come out on a USB and not a CD. That’s the main thing and it never happened.”
“That album creation was everything for me: touring, working on the album and being at Mike Dean’s crib all day. Rest in peace, Meeboob [Dean’s late dog]. Man, we love that dog. It was lit, man.” The creation of ‘Rodeo’ marked a transformative period in Scott’s artistic development, with legendary producer Mike Dean playing a crucial role in shaping the album’s sound.
Travis is currently working on his fifth studio album – the follow-up to 2023’s ‘Utopia’ – and while he’s not ready to reveal the title just yet, he gave a hint of what’s to come. The upcoming album represents his continued evolution as an artist and his commitment to pushing creative boundaries.
“I feel like for ‘Utopia’, I was striving to push things to a high level. I’m still reaching for that,” he added. “I’ve been having so much fun with music and s*** that I think it’s cool to be artistic and have fun with it.” This statement reflects his ongoing dedication to artistic growth and experimentation.
The prospect of collaborating with Taylor Swift and Sabrina Carpenter represents Scott’s willingness to venture into new musical territories. Swift, known for her narrative songwriting and pop sensibilities, and Carpenter, with her distinctive voice and rising influence in the pop scene, would bring different elements to Scott’s musical universe.
This potential cross-genre collaboration speaks to the evolving nature of modern music, where artists increasingly break down traditional genre barriers. Scott’s openness to working with artists from different musical backgrounds demonstrates the industry’s shift toward more diverse and unexpected partnerships.
As Scott continues to expand his artistic horizons, these potential collaborations could mark a new chapter in his career, bringing together different musical styles and fan bases. His ability to envision these unexpected partnerships while staying true to his artistic identity showcases his role as an innovator in contemporary music.
