Industry Apr 17, 2026

Dua Lipa Praises Britney Spears' "Toxic" Songwriting Process

“I listened to it and I was like, ‘This is impossible to make a song out of, but I love it!’” says co-writer Christian Karlsson

Originally published by MusicRadar
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Dua Lipa Praises Britney Spears' "Toxic" Songwriting Process

Dua Lipa has identified "Toxic" by Britney Spears as one of the greatest pop songs ever created, noting its enduring appeal and potential for contemporary success. The song's co-writer, Christian Karlsson, described the writing process as challenging. He recalled initial difficulty in crafting a song from the melody, despite his admiration for it. Originally reported by MusicRadar.