On Wednesday, news broke that 32-year-old Hilton hotel heiress and socialite Paris Hilton is attempting to revive her music career by signing with Cash Money Records.

Cash Money records has made superstars out of big names such as Nicki Minaj, Drake, and Lil Wayne.

Although some were confused by the unlikely pairing, co-founder of Cash Money Records, Bryan "Birdman" Williams said the deal was actually a no-brainer.

"She's always supported us, and we've supported her. It was a friendship first," Williams said.

"She played us music, and I was taken aback. I was impressed by her music, and I didn't know she could sing so well."

Hilton revealed the news while in Cannes that she had signed with Cash Money to release her sophomore record.

"Its on the EDM side," Williams said of the project.

"I want to let her do what she wants as an artist. We're going to support it."

Sources say that Hilton has been in the studio for more than a year working on the project with names such as Snoop Dogg, Flo Rida, LMFAO and Cash Money alumni Lil Wayne.

When asked about the controversy surrounding his decision to sign Hilton, Williams said, "Controversy and all of that, it works for your benefit."

"[Her Cash Money deal] being so talked about shows the strength of her popularity. I'm very excited. I'm very appreciative that she's part of the team. She's very talented, and a beautiful young woman."

Her debut album "Paris" was released in 2006 under her own label Heiress records. The record was produced by names such as Fernando Garibay, Dr. Luke and Scott Storch. The album peaked at No. 6 on the Billboard 200 chart, despite shaky reviews.

A song entitled "Last Night" featuring Lil Wayne was released late last year and is reported to be on the latest album, which is set to be released this summer.

Check out the single "Last Night" Here: