Ashanti Talks New Love Interest, New Music, Verzuz Battle, + More

[@MrIncognito2020]

Ashanti stays consistently fine.

[@6figuregainz856]

You ain't never lie

[@mdecimal]

Consistently

[@youngboy2140]

@Bye Ashy huh?? The majority of Tamar career is a backup singer to Toni. She didn't really start poppin until these last 5 years so I'm confused as to how you came up with that....

[@1111mykal]

@@youngboy2140 facts

[@iunderstanphotography2780]

Ashanti has been underrated in remaining so attractive for so long. I call it the Halle berry award. Beyonce, Jennifer Lopez, Angela Bassett, etc.

[@sojiroseta98]

I love her laugh, Ashanti really seems like she's down to earth AND she don't age!

[@6figuregainz856]

She gets better with time d d damn

[@ChavaSaraa]

Ashanti’s vibe is Everything!👑🤎🌹✨

[@brianhood1044]

I know. What ever dude it was that messed up w her is dumb. He couldn’t hang/ handle her. Too bad so sad 😞

[@shabooyababy]

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[@kimmiely2546]

40 years old and never married with no kids sure helps. Not to mention, she dated the same man for 10 years and didn't work for a handful of that time. I'm assuming all she's really had to focus on for the last 20 years is her physical appearance.

[@RachelSeun]

Please remember Ashanti is 40 years old!!! Out here ageing like fine wine 😍😍

[@wendihyd6799]

Well... She is only 40...

[@advanced8998]

@@wendihyd6799 Let's not be delusional. she's aging gracefully because she's a BLACK woman with MELANIN and she's taking care of herself! Plenty of white/latino famous people are 40 and look 60!

[@nsanenthembrane]

@@advanced8998 so does that make you feel better about yourself? How about we quit criticizing the way women age period?

[@6figuregainz856]

She is so 😍😍

[@RachelSeun]

@@wendihyd6799 yeah I know 😂 but looks half her age!!

[@PHlophe]

Ashanti is showing y'all how to be 40 , fresh and very much fun . she is LIFE.

[@ChavaSaraa]

Yes I love her vibe!👑🤎🌹🎉✨

[@beautifullyblessed_]

Exactly

[@RealRoyaltE]

Absolutely + I respect her for wearing a real watch ⌚

[@Mochasweet34]

She is always stylish.

[@JusBella]

Ashanti is so classy, so humble, her energy is everything.

[@jacora13]

Yesss that’s what I love about her!

[@lebo_t]

Ashanti is so unproblematic. She works hard, keeps her head down, and zero scandals.

[@Ossouko]

I like her energy😊

[@pamelahairston3278]

Love her! Stays relevant just by being herself!💖

[@kimmiely2546]

I'm assuming you forgot that she was out of work for some time. This woman was in an on-again off-again relationship with Nelly for 10 years. They never got married or had children and she wasn't working for a handful of those years. Unproblematic is an understatement. I think this woman is hiding a much deeper story.

[@darrenraphael]

@@jayjay7983 She was collateral damage of 50 cent taking down murder inc.

[@laural9551]

True Libra!!

[@korriepayne8697]

Her media training has always been on point.

[@bazoena]

Damn I need her coach lol

[@jericaleigh9595]

Right

[@LadeOla]

Yes and I love how she is still natural and not talking like a robot like some celebrities.

[@crystalrubbie9383]

ASHANTI IS ONE CLASSY LADYY

[@kingofnara]

Y'all talking bout Ashanti fine, she is, but damn if this girl ain't smart too, she getting that money, she said she got the Dorito check and the Ciroc check

[@shabooyababy]

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[@MikeJones-pf4wd]

Amazes me how Nelly didn't marry her. Something must be really wrong with him.

[@shunda1781]

Ashanit always been about her money. Her mother doesn't play at all when it comes to business.

[@teribrod4017]

@@shunda1781 >>.> Exactly!!

[@gretafernandez2859]

@@MikeJones-pf4wd and he's currently doing the same thing with Ms. Shantel Jackson ____

[@cmajor886]

Ashanti always has a good personality. She’s always in good spirits regardless of what she’s going through. Definitely an Icon in the Music Industry. I’ll always be a fan of hers for life.

[@QU33NmadafukkinL0C]

Me too 😊

[@shamondavis406]

C Major88 I strongly agree with you!!

[@jasminedarden23]

This is why you have to be professional at all times. Look how much press Ashanti got just by how she handled Verzuz. This is beautiful

[@danielleceleste1811]

Facts

[@ginaloveslife632]

Right! Take notes

[@Sassykitten84]

Facts cause Keyshia only did one or 2 interviews😳🤦

[@RealRoyaltE]

Professionalism is so critical. Bad attitudes don't make it.

[@yvettethomson8669]

💯💯💯💯💯

[@BigBen1994]

Ashanti owns her masters, that says a whole lot...

[@jeremywyche5494]

This woman is 40 years old and still like how she looked when she came out in 2002. Damn Ashanti still fine!!!

[@BFick478]

IKR

[@kinghiggins5021]

I agree

[@riov.7542]

40 new 30..!!!

[@lieutenantcandlewax]

But thick now 😏

[@jusdiesel8612]

Better bruh

[@furty786]

I know everyone talking about her looks... but wow, she’s also intelligent and business savvy! Great :)

[@TomikaKelly]

Exactly. That's why she never went broke.

[@araineacutebrownnurse7315]

Ashanti has such a likable personality.

[@kenitastevens2102]

Truth.

[@Mssweetlele]

Ashanti has always been the artist I admire. She is always humble no matter what. I’m happy for her. I’m a forever fan from day 1.

[@Kingjames313]

But can she sing tho? I like her as a person and personality, but her only competition vocally is Lumidee.

[@KandiceKan]

Everybody says that...she’s so nice and humble. But did you see her in Punk’d?? Worst attitude ever. Anybody can act well in from of a camera.

[@Kingjames313]

@@KandiceKan She was being fooled into thinking she was in a real situation. I don’t see your point. If she knew she was being Punk’d then she wouldn’t have had the reaction they wanted for the show.

[@davidcubito5117]

@@Kingjames313 I disagree Ashanti has toured with David Foster and done broadway shes a good vocalist in my opinion

[@Kingjames313]

@@davidcubito5117 Compared to who tho? Lumidee? She does not have a good singing voice, but within her niche it’s satisfactory. Should could never sing lead in a choir tho. I love her for her energy and how gorgeous she is, not her voice.

[@lifewithk6056]

She carries herself so well, it’s refreshing to see someone beautiful and well rounded.

[@TheKajunFlameShow]

She said “ I’m peaceful I ain’t with the ya know “ ladies take notes and stop tearing each other down 🙌💯

[@lhinkle7160]

So true Kajuan.

[@mickih35]

That's the way to be

[@thecunninlynguist]

Ashanti still fine.

[@6figuregainz856]

That's my dream women

[@terrancevinson638]

😍😍😍 you ain’t lyin cuh

[@GreaZZZYDRAWS]

Thought that was Janet

[@skippruitt2391]

Yep

[@unctrentxxx7601]

How could you tell with those big dumb ass shades on, didn't she say it was dark outside?

[@foxyboop4164]

*This is what minding your business and staying outta mess looks like* She's representing well for our generation 🥰 🗣 Awh Baby lol Ashanti voice 😭

[@serenity2655]

THAT, right there.

[@shabooyababy]

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[@tehewhatthe]

Awh baby! 🤣

[@tonypartridge7085]

Ashanti vibe is everything! Reminds me of the early 2000s. The good ol days.

[@drinkingpoolwater]

ashanti the girl who lives in the neighborhood and everyone is in love with but she never date nobody. she’s too fine for anybody

[@MikeJones-pf4wd]

She dated Nelly.

[@sdw86]

Irv

[@therealbe]

She was locked down with Nelly for over 10 years.

[@therealbe]

@Bye Ashy Mya was my era. Ain't nobody listened to Tamar back then. Toni was the one poppin' not Tamar.

[@prettyhandsomegang5227]

@@therealbe lol facts some ppl ain’t no them until the show

[@NaturallyLaceyE]

So absolutely love how humble and private she is. But I love even more how she’s genuine and love to laugh and live life

[@jasminesanders6034]

They don’t have heat in the breakfast club? Envy stay with his coat on. Ashanti has such class ❤️

[@natashabobb6859]

Due to Covid the windows are probably open

[@dailykouture]

lol

[@lastgirlstandin]

Studio's are mostly cold

[@iunderstanphotography2780]

@@natashabobb6859 good answer

[@Kandieapples305]

😩😩😩

[@jamesmajorburns6820]

Ashanti is a legend in the game. I love that she’s still here and doing well. There are levels to this and she has done the do! Werq

[@mastercrossover8843]

New ❤️ 👀

[@ginaloveslife632]

We love Ashanti because of her aura, her spirit, her writing talent, her abilities, her presence, her class, her STYLE, Her intelligence, And most importantly,...... her beautiful soprano VOICE!! It’s the whole package deal for me.❤️

[@anitramonique5694]

I've always been an Ashanti fan since I was 11 yrs old (& I will be 30 in a couple weeks) and she is still as beautiful and humble as she was back then. Her music brings back soooo many good memories of my childhood. The way she carrys herself is top notch and I love it!!

[@itssmocha]

I’ll say it since everyone else is always so fixated on black women’s bodies etc. She’s a successful , smart business woman doing the damn thing regardless of her age/looks!

[@jwilliams7477]

Thank you! I agree with everything you said.

[@paulettesalomon2520]

Ashanti is more than looks and it’s refreshing 🥰 so smart! She didn’t want to do versus until she had a new single and visuals ready! Smart AF! She’s definitely too humble

[@DCKINGVDAGOAT]

ALWAYS LOVED her laugh. Came to this interview just to hear her laugh. She laughs like your female cousin at the cook out.

[@lilrick456]

Her energy is everything, just makes her more beautiful!

[@shantelesha1170]

I love that Ashanti is still relevant today, she definitely doesn’t need a reality show because that’s for people trying to stay relevant. She’s way too classy for reality tv.

[@johntucker4056]

Reality tv doesn’t have to be messy yall watch too much love and hip hop! She can have a very classy reality show

[@brandonbates9259]

@@johntucker4056 yep runs House is a perfect example

[@johntucker4056]

@@brandonbates9259 facts! This generation were raised on love and hip hop which is the worst tv show in history for my black people. Rich white fokes call all the shots from behind the scenes for love and hip hop just let that sink in

[@shaineoneal9720]

She would be refreshing to see on reality TV tho 💕

[@RealRoyaltE]

"I don't get the new iphone when it comes out...I wait" 40+ logic...that's how we think. Ashanti reppin beautifully always.

[@thejenesisb5444]

she seems so genuine and humble. i bet she is a blast to hang out with. u can't say that about all r&b singers. she never came across as a diva to me. i always liked that about her. gotta love Ashante's beautiful, goofy self lol.

[@MichelleSmith-nj2if]

I love when Ashanti say “A lot of patients, not a big thang” This is how I am “Unbothered “ by petty stuff...... You can say or do something and I don’t care as I’m very Unbothered about everything...... this is how you don’t let things get to you and destroy your Energy!!

[@smoothsavage2870]

Patience* I feel you though.

[@SharreeREE]

Ashanti is so smart and humble... Make that quiet big money.

[@TheSamanthaEdit]

Ashanti just seems like that friend that's always just cool. Never with any drama, always got good energy, and whenever y'all link, it's just a good time.

[@TeeDenise]

I've always loved Ashanti. Her energy is AMAZING! Such a humble beauty!

[@chantelandphilip]

Ashanti reminds me of those good girlfriends from back in the day

[@corderiusnorton143]

Same

[@STyLeIshLife]

I LOVE Ashanti’s personality... I always thought she would be a great talk show host for like the REAL. She very diplomatic, she know how to keep it real and be funny with out being offensive.

[@Cusp_of_magic]

She has a cool ass personality! They want so bad for her to beef with other females..lol. She's rare. And that libra came out when she was talking about her humbleness, but said she's not a punk and she's not scared of you!! That's right..lol. I bet when she do snap it's EXPLOSIVE! Great interview.

[@teejack8108]

When you are beautiful on the inside, it will forever shine on the outside. Ashanti gets more beautiful as the years pass by. Shout out to you Queen!

[@amberr5378]

Ashanti is a beautiful person and smart business woman!

[@JigInsane]

I remember being on her street team with Def Jam back in the day. Great to see whats shes done and looking forward to what she's got coming. Love the new single.

[@crystalrubbie9383]

it's tooo earlyy to get the vaccine .. I AGREE with ashanti

[@jayjay7983]

Mean while thousands die every day we have to weigh our options when our backs against the wall vaccine or possible death if we don't survive.

[@blondelefant2119]

YES! And it's sad because it's still no talks about how to keep your immune system healthy. Most people get over it, but the media only focus on who's died...how many people died of Cancer today...TODAY!?

[@crystalrubbie9383]

@Bye Ashy tamar could sing so high though vocally tamar would win ..

[@shabooyababy]

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[@805fillmore]

@@jayjay7983 possible death? no we are all gonna die eventually and a vaccine isnt going to make you invincible

[@user-ne6jk9mk5c]

ASHANTI IS DOPE AND UNDERRATED!!

[@aaliyahalter1653]

Keyshia Cole and Ashanti Both R&B Legends! 💕 👑

[@roselee1641]

Ashanti is so for real and does the best interviews! I felt as if I was in the room with you guys. Excellent job well done. Thanks

[@daniluv1793]

Ashanti is an Icon and a legend👑 She given so much to much and for the culture. An historic and a problematic queen👑

[@CHYMEERAS_Sk0_GaNg]

Ashanti has always hustle. Her mom god bless her,I'm so happy for them. Shes iconic and she won the battle.

[@powertothetubers456]

Ashanti has a dope personality. Definitely seems like my type of woman. Down to earth but has swagger and a sense of humor. The body speaks for itself but I like her personality

[@favorite09]

Damn I never heard her be this open about anything ever before. She's actually answering questions instead of strategically dodging them like she's been doing for years. I guess she sees now that being open and real can actually pay off for her. 👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽

[@dakhidjayy]

she’s so beautiful, full of joy & i love herrr 🥺😍.

[@ericamichellemartinez4477]

I’m really impressed with Ashanti during this interview. Wisdom has really set in. Thanks for doing Versus’s. I use to vibe to her music, but I didn’t realize how many hits she had until that evening. Her energy level was great. Here’s to more success!

[@GoodGirlGab_Bee]

Icon🤎 She’s so beautiful inside and out.

[@hinesvillegaboy]

Yes she is.

[@macadon]

When people said Ashanti can’t sing they clearly haven’t heard the last track off her 1st album. Straight acapella.

[@smilealwaysnatasha3423]

Omg I wanna say thank youuuuu iiiiii wannaaaaa sayyyeeeeeeee I wanna sayyyyy thank u for being in my lifeeeeeeeeee. My sister stayed singing to that song

[@hardeeelliott2404]

Speaking the truth

[@alishak4061]

That track is what made me a believer back in the day.

[@portia2880]

Shiiiddd they never heard the song " Struggle" and the Shia and Shanti Shit off that first album 😍😍😍

[@leondrorich8194]

Ashanti is a really genuine person. One of my favorite artiste. She keeps getting better with age!

[@_therealkingj]

She knows how to dodge the hell out of a relationship question 😂

[@shaunabennett6994]

That's that media training, she's a professional.

[@thejenesisb5444]

i was thinking that too. she does it so swiftly lol

[@_therealkingj]

@@thejenesisb5444 Right, I’m the same way tho!

[@gamegirl85]

I just think if she was really talking to someone serious she would said it like she been doing lol .it’s one thing she doesn’t want anyone in her business but she could have said one or the other . It sounds like she got a sugar daddy lol .

[@belbek5764]

I think its Joyner Lucas, she didn't deny it hard enough 🤣

[@jadaess01]

I just LOVE Ashanti!!! Miss unbothered and unproblematic queen!! ❤

[@Independent365]

Ashanti won. That is all.

[@liltoni33]

No she didn't as far as having more hits! Okay she was more classy cool,but keisha had more bangers period!

[@justincase9879]

@@liltoni33 I don’t know I have Ashanti

[@jaykristian745]

Period!!

[@keithjohnson3110]

@@liltoni33 bangers and hits are 2 different things , Ashanti has more billboard entries then keyshia so delete that

[@Sassykitten84]

And thats on Mary had a little lamb

[@81115]

Nelly messed up bad with this one.

[@AutumnIvy1995]

He should have wifed her.

[@81115]

@@AutumnIvy1995 absolutely

[@stebbiej]

She talkin about nelly

[@evanj2carter571]

I thought she cheated. Nelly got Floyd old girl Ms. Jackson though.

[@datniggashawty]

@@evanj2carter571 she bad but she isn’t Ashanti , Even tho Ashanti cheated she still a baddie

[@davidf5449]

She Rep NY so gracefully!! Super baddie!!

[@ademolaadeleye2912]

Ashanti you always been my babygirl from 02- till now lmao you held it down, with style, grace, and class. No knock to Keyshia, she def got bangers but your energy took over as well as all your classics keep being great. - Love your babyboy

[@irist3944]

Can't get over how Beautiful Ashanti still is & can't believe she's 40! 😍 I'm turning 36 this year 😭😭 but she makes me feel ok with getting closer to being in my 40s. She's such a natural Beauty no enhancements or surgery needed ❤️ me some Ashanti been a fan since I was 16 when she first came out 💯

[@coletea3031]

Yassssss girllllll !!!

[@coletea3031]

You are beautiful the way you are don't let nobody take that from you ❤️

[@nycgirltee]

@Mon Deezy that's mean and unnecessary she's beautiful

[@stacyr4768]

How do you know she hasn’t had surgery ? That’s not something people will readily admit .

[@nycgirltee]

@Mon Deezy you simmer down you told her she wasn't in the same league and it was mean and unnecessary let us see what you look like

[@johntucker4056]

Leaving (Always on time part 2) was one of my favourite records from Ashanti she didn’t play that song at the verses she has too many. Ashanti is a perfect example of how you carry yourself as a female artist beautiful soul

[@mstanya8427]

I've always loved Ashanti & Ciara, too if we wanna talk about women who were dogged for their singing abilities ... they don't get the credit due to them for whatever reason.

[@kw-ig4xt]

I have always liked Ashanti she is humble never an attitude and look so young just pure class!!!

[@saundraashley4940]

LOVE this interview. She’s a fun person. She also knows how to handle herself when it comes to certain questions asked. She doesn’t freeze up.

[@Mayah428]

She low key did freeze on the gift question lol why couldn’t she say what was given to her or what she gave. I’m confused bc I didn’t see nothing wrong with kinda sharing that, it’s not that deep.

[@ASMRSheSoCold]

I usually never watch a full interview but I truly want those good vibrations from her through the screen 🤗😍

[@MrCleanPapi]

Ashantis music is heavily on the soundtrack to our teens nostalgia instantly comes when her music starts playing and will always be in our Hearts and Minds! The story isn't quite over yet BIG salute on the independent journey! May you continue to thrive and inspire the next generations! Good soul, great Aura, living Legend. Peace to the Queen!

[@taram175]

Late teens/early 20s for us 80s babies like her.

[@crystalrubbie9383]

THE PERSON THAT PUT THIS PICTURE OF ASHANTI KNEW WHAT HE WAS DOING looool

[@luhburbz1027]

Wym? The 👁 for you know what.. or the sexiness of it?

[@ovettaaaron5981]

Her energy is amazing

[@ChicagoRealist773]

Look at this black queen looking the same as she did in her 20s

[@Moreno-w2q]

Ashanti should be giving us back to back hits 😩

[@JM-wd4nw]

Love how Humble she is! Beautiful!

[@lilian7864]

Classy lady! Totaly felt her when she said' you can be next to me and I wont acknowledge you'. I think thats libra thing😊

[@fionaolivia704]

Love Ashanti's energy, making 40 look amazing!

[@romegrey2600]

I dont care what anybody says and I love Mya, Sade and Beyonce but there's imo never been a more beautiful r&b singer then this Goddess

[@lakersin556]

Kelly Rowland should be on that list.

[@Artbybae]

Aaliyah then ashanti

[@tjsosilly7173]

Aaliyah

[@romegrey2600]

@@lakersin556 top chocolate singer

[@romegrey2600]

@@Artbybae yeah that's my bad I should've let Aaliyah up there too

[@jacqueline434]

Big difference between this interview and the hot 97 interview. The breakfast club is able to get way more interesting info out of their guests.

[@56cocoa]

Her laugh is so contagious 😂

[@AsweetAroma-b2l]

Very💗😍

[@chumonbillyjean]

Ashanti is my woman crush Wednesday Thursday and Friday

[@GP4288]

And Mya too Team 40 giving team 20 all the work

[@EnlightenedGoldenBeauty]

👌

[@Calibound718]

I love her vibe, Super professional, great energy. Consistent !

[@RatchetRalph]

Ashanti is a gem 💎 she’s made a huge impact on r&b music.she’s still making moves and she looks amazing. The 40 year old era be looking young, vibrant, and ageless. Love you Ashanti!!!

[@Bycfedwards]

This was a great and fun interview. Her energy is great.

[@keylablacc561]

Ashanti speaks like a true ♎️ Libra she’s well balanced, I’ve always liked her personality💪🏾 give her dem flowers 🌺 🌷🌹now 😍

[@t-lovejones2620]

Ashanti came up on the better end than Nelly.

[@fivefourthree210]

His voice is on every buss it video lol

[@najahleyba3860]

She has the purest soul! I love her sm!!!!

[@chigirld1737]

Great interview! I've been a fan of Ashanti for over 20yrs. Keep doing your thing.

[@myandersonangelsjalynnlail252]

I've always liked Ashanti but after this interview and versus I respect her even more.

[@AngelaMillion-gq5nf]

Ashanti is beautiful an very humble an a very smart business lady carry herself very well an very well spoken stay blessed an amazing beautiful mom that supports her daughter family is everything ❤

[@davidp3787]

I still think Ashanti vs Keyshia Cole should’ve been in person!

[@adowery0213]

They did too she explained

[@davidp3787]

@@adowery0213 It was live! Not in person because of COVID-19

[@coletea3031]

Lol 😂 keyshia still would've been mad

[@shabooyababy]

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[@aqueenaija]

@@davidp3787 Covid was there with Jeezy and Gucci Mane

[@nakiyanj3806]

Love Ashanti my libra sis! So humble gives off great energy... I hope to meet her one day. Streaming her new song as we speak

[@Nash0303]

Ashanti had the soundtrack to me teenage-hood. I'm a big fan!

[@RatchetRalph]

Man I loved this whole interview. Ashanti represents an era and how classy and beautiful you can be at particular age. It’s inspiring.

[@rositarodriguez1318]

Ashanti “””””WON””””” Hands down

[@fearless4176]

Ashanti is actually a great giver. Such a sweet lady ,this why she stays this pretty.

[@forthdimension686]

I dont care what nobody say. At one time Ashanti was on the same level as Beyonce.

[@Artbybae]

She was bigger

[@seanmcquinn9603]

Ashanti was my crush when I was 13 years old, and I can't believe am a family man now watching her with my children and my wife wow time really flies. Life moves pretty fast, If you don’t stop and look around once in a while, you could miss it :)

[@20jallow]

Haters: Black don't crack is false Ashanti: hold my age

[@MissMFinDaniels]

Always loved her!!! So smart. She was accepted to Princeton.. writes her own shit...owns her own shit... nothing but respect for her ✊🏽