Madonna, daughter Lourdes Leon push back against 'coattail' criticism on new album
Madonna and Lourdes Leon address public criticism regarding their professional collaboration as they release a new song, 'The Test'.
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Madonna and Lourdes Leon have released a new musical collaboration titled 'The Test'. The song features subject matter regarding the artists' past relationship, with Madonna describing the nature of their history as turbulent.
Reporting from Entertainment Weekly and People.com highlights the pair's response to public criticism suggesting Leon is riding her mother's career success. HOLA notes that Leon recently shared a public message identifying her mother as her reason to be, while The Sun observes continued cultural focus on the singer's image through secondary events.
Coverage does not yet specify further track listings for the album. Future developments depend on listener reception to 'The Test' and any additional statements from the artists regarding their creative partnership.
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Quick answers
What is the title of the new song?
The new song is titled 'The Test'.
What subject matter does the song address?
According to reports, the song addresses the turbulent relationship between Madonna and Lourdes Leon.
How have the artists addressed criticism?
Entertainment Weekly reports that Madonna and Lourdes Leon have pushed back against claims that Leon is relying on her mother's 'coattails'.
Coverage (8)
- Madonna slams A-list ex and reveals strained relationship with daughter in candid album The Mirror · 5h ago
- Madonna Reveals Daughter’s Complex ‘Resentment’ Behind Their Historic First Duet parade.com · 5h ago
- Madonna, daughter Lourdes Leon address 'coattail' criticism and scrutiny on new, emotionally raw song Yahoo · 5h ago
- Ashley Roberts showcases very busty look in Madonna-style corset dress at event celebrating Queen of Pop the-sun.com · 5h ago
- Lourdes Leon's emotional message to her mom, Madonna: 'You are my reason to be' as she looks back on her childhood HOLA · 5h ago
- Madonna gets vulnerable about turbulent relationship with daughter Lourdes Leon in new song ‘The Test’ Page Six · 5h ago
- Madonna and Lola Leon Release New Song 'The Test' People.com · 5h ago
- Madonna, daughter Lourdes Leon push back against 'coattail' criticism on new album Entertainment Weekly · 5h ago
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