The Fancy hitmaker reveals they initially crossed paths at a big outdoor bash in 2008, but Azalea didn't stay long because she thought the male guests were being rude.

Recalling that first meeting, she tells the Sydney Daily Telegraph, "I hated him. I thought he was an a**ehole...

"I came with all my friends, and I got in a taxi and left early because I felt like these guys are just a**ehole basketball (players)."

Azalea was introduced to Los Angeles Lakers star Young again in 2013 through a mutual friend, and it wasn't until eight months later that the Australian musician realised her beau had been one of the arrogant sportsmen at the infamous party.

But she admits, "When I figured it out, I think I was already in love with him. So it worked out!"

The couple is now engaged and planning to wed next year (16).