WWE Legend Randy Orton Talks Final Match With John Cena, His Favorite Female Rappers & Why He’s Beloved in the Hip-Hop World
WWE Legend Randy Orton Talks Final Match With John Cena, His Favorite Female Rappers & Why He’s Beloved in the Hip-Hop World
WWE legend Randy Orton has recently opened up about his aspirations for his final match, his admiration for female rappers, and his unexpected popularity within the hip-hop community.
🥊 Orton’s Dream Final Match: John Cena at WrestleMania
As John Cena approaches retirement in 2025, Orton has expressed a strong desire to face him one last time in the ring. In an interview with talkSPORT, Orton stated, “Now that he’s going to retire… I know there’s a lot of guys out there going: ‘Oh man, I want to be in the ring with John for his last match,’ and I’m one of them.” He emphasized the significance of such a match, saying, “Just for the nostalgia of it, it would be fun to have one more with John before … .” Orton hopes this bout will take place at WrestleMania, adding, “I would prefer it to be a … .”
🎧 Orton’s Workout Playlist: Female Rappers Who “Get His Blood Pumping”
Orton has revealed that his workout playlist is dominated by female rappers. In an episode of Sheamus’ Celtic Warrior Workouts, Orton shared, “I love rap music, but not just any rap music, I love female rappers in [my ear] blowing my eardrums.” He mentioned artists like Megan Thee Stallion, Cardi B, Nicki Minaj, GloRilla, KenTheMan, and St. Louis native Sexyy Red. Orton described his playlist as “extensive,” adding, “They get my blood pumping, what can I say?”
🎤 Orton’s Connection to the Hip-Hop World
Orton’s appreciation for female rappers has led to connections within the hip-hop community. Sexxy Red, one of the artists on his playlist, has made appearances in WWE, including presenting the NXT Women’s North American Championship and hosting the NXT Battleground Premium Live Event. Additionally, Megan Thee Stallion’s song “Neva Play” serves as the new theme for WWE SmackDown, further intertwining Orton’s musical interests with the wrestling world.
Randy Orton’s candidness about his career aspirations and musical tastes offers fans a deeper insight into the man behind “The Viper.” His potential final match with John Cena would undoubtedly be a fitting conclusion to a storied WWE career. Meanwhile, his admiration for female rappers highlights a side of Orton that resonates with a broader audience, bridging the worlds of wrestling and hip-hop.
