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Grace Jones: 'Lady Gaga Is Copying Me'

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April 19, 2010 by Jason Gregory | Photo by WENN.com
Grace Jones: 'Lady Gaga Is Copying Me'

Grace Jones has revealed that she turned down an invitation to work with Lady Gaga because she believes the singer isn't original.

Jones, 61, made the admission when asked in an interview with the Guardian whether Lady Gaga had ever asked to collaborate with her.

"I just don't play with other acts as a rule," she said.

When asked what she thought of the singer, Jones replied: "I really don't think of her at all. I go about my business."

She was then pressed further about Lady Gaga and asked whether she believed the singer had copied her style.

"Well, you know, I've seen some things she's worn that I've worn, and that does kind of piss me off,” she said.

Asked again if Lady Gaga had ever asked to play with her, Jones replied: "Yes, she did, but I said no.

“I'd just prefer to work with someone who is more original and someone who is not copying me, actually."

Jones's comments come just a week after M.I.A also accused Lady Gaga of copying the veteran singer.

Lady Gaga is currently on the Japanese leg of her Monster Ball world tour.

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  • Grace Jones is the originator

    ~ by ow 4/19/2010 Report

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  • No one really cares about Grace Jones anymore. Her music isn't being played on radio or selling millions. Even in her prime her music career was mediocre at best. She would be wise to collaborate with Lady Gaga because it would be the biggest boost to her career right now.

    ~ by Terry 4/20/2010 Report

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  • o my god - what are you talking about. Will you do your research. She has been breaking much more controversial ground since the 70s and is still out there doing her thing - with a lot more genuine creative output. Wonder what Gaga will be doing and what her legacy will be in 30 years? The mighty Ms. Jones does not need anyone to "boost" her career.

    ~ by Catherine M 4/21/2010 Report

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