Rita Ora Responds To “Girls” Backlash: “I’ve Had Romantic Relationships W/ Women & Men Throughout My Life”

R&B singer Rita Ora has stepped forward to address tensions getting thrown her way. The crooner issued a statement Monday (May 14) following the release of her dice “Girls” single.

Ora went to Twitter and denied having any ill-will or intention to disrespect with the sensual tune.

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— Rita Ora ⚡️ (@RitaOra) May 14, 2018

Last week, fellow musician Kehlani shared her issues with the “Girls” single’s content.

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i think bebe’s tweet sums it up 100%, it is none of our business who they choose to fuck… the lovely part of sexuality is that it is a spectrum (which i know you know) and for us to assume they’re all straight girls kissing girls just to attract men is…. not cool

— #1 ferret hater (@LlTTLEBOYBLUE) May 11, 2018

Singer Hayley Kiyoko also went to Twitter last week to explain her “Girls” problem.

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— Hayley Kiyoko (@HayleyKiyoko) May 11, 2018

Heading into the weekend, Rita Ora, Cardi B, Bebe Rexha and Charli XCX released their new anthem.