Brooke Valentine • R&B Money Podcast • Episode 004

On this week's episode of R&B Money, Tank and J are visited by Brooke Valentine. Brooke will take us through her journey from her first performance in her grandmother's church to being put out of the house as a teenager for pursuing her musical dream. Brooke will chronicle her pitfalls that eventually lead to progress through multiple girl groups and an adventure that lead her from Houston, Texas to Sweden, all the way back to California. Listen and Enjoy!
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[@tab0108]

As a mom, it's crazy to me to hear these stories of parents kicking their kids out over the dumbest shit. She could've fell victim to trafficking. So glad her story did not turn out that way.

[@AtheneHolder]

read my mind exactly

[@kelsheeze166]

I don’t

[@tp6432]

How do parents think they are saving a kid by throwing them out? 🤔

[@KZ-or3sf]

Exactly it's crazy as hell

[@cortezmiller1899]

Black parents always throw their kids out. I think it’s the most craziest thing to do to a child.

[@jarhonda2702]

I need Jasmine Sullivan as a guest next!! She's a vocal beast!!!

[@mys3682]

MOST definitely!!!

[@uniquenessmocha1180]

Great choice!!!👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽

[@alesiacalvin88]

Yes!!

[@sherrekarobinson7143]

AGREED!!!!

[@Singitboy]

💯

[@bwashin17]

You should have Sevyn Streeter on here. Her coming into being an artist story is good.

[@philfreemedia]

Absolutely!

[@quejay3137]

Great idea

[@Iamnoah4]

Yesssss LOVE ME SOME SEVYN

[@blvckhippy_]

Absolutelyyyy

[@mr.winwin7981]

Teairra mari next! Her story thus far is EPIC!!!💯

[@diijaithesinger]

I’d LOVE to see Teairra on here

[@quejay3137]

Now that would be must see tv

[@MuvaJ901]

I truly hope all is well with her.

[@drippdropps]

We definitely need a part 2 with Brooke! If Hitmaka got 2 hours, she deserves 2 as well so she can finish telling her story!

[@allthingsgeniabeei5564]

I was just saying this is short

[@philfreemedia]

💯

[@ecllipsedeloach65]

I notice they do not edit, and I think the time is based on how long the guest wants to talk.

[@tokozamuimo]

Right?!!

[@laminediallo9014]

If they do a TGT episode, that will be monumental

[@homeboymcjewerson456]

I'm mad as hell they only made one album

[@shelleydennis8350]

Tyrese is too emotional and talks too much. When he speaks he has a condescending tone to me. If it happens, I will definitely tune in

[@rnblover23]

Tyrese just has to behave lmao

[@Bo55edup]

@@homeboymcjewerson456 Tyrese thought he was the Beyonce of the group🤷‍♂️ I feel like Tank was right up there with him and we saw after their breakup he still could put out hits. Ginuwine on the other hand didn't really have much leverage unfortunately not sure what their percentage splits were but I could see why they'd breakup over money with solo acts who could all hold their own.

[@nia4842]

@@Bo55edup Ginuwine didn't have leverage? Hahaha.

[@homeboymcjewerson456]

I need everyone from verzus on here immediately.

[@LecoryTooFunny]

Hereeeee😂😂💀 “ohhh ohhhhh ohhhh ooohhhhhh 🤦🏽‍♂️

[@homeboymcjewerson456]

@@LecoryTooFunny 😂 Mario was bullying Omarion with the vocals but Tank was right about the run I could've been better

[@Rubeissorude8585]

IMMEDIATELY.

[@colegreenofficial]

🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣

[@natashawynter450]

YEAH cause we need answers

[@nodnas2]

I feel like we didn't get enough of her story : When the album dropped and what happened after that. I appreciate her sharing her beginnings and how she navigated in the industry. Love Brooke.

[@pareeshaslaughter6798]

She went thru it with Swizz Beats the producer! After the scandal with beatz cheating on her with Alicia keys....we didn't hear anymore music from her smh

[@TheDafashionista]

@@pareeshaslaughter6798 now this is tea!!!!

[@TheDafashionista]

@@pareeshaslaughter6798 wait or you referring to Mishonda his ex I might spelled her name wrong

[@realtalkwetalkwithandreapu3738]

Same we need more

[@livelaughlove8557]

@@pareeshaslaughter6798 I think you’re mixing up Brooke up with swizz beats ex wife Mashonda

[@michellemedlock6015]

I feel like Brooke has more to tell us ….must bring her back ….I love this …Thank you Tank and J …..

[@swissmiss3532]

Brooke is so gorgeous and a captivating storyteller!! I love her stories. Bring her back!!

[@landocalrisian2014]

💯💯💯

[@The803Hitman]

These “I ain’t saying no names” just keep getting better 😂

[@Jworthy89]

Who was she talking about? It’s killing me lol

[@ashawithans]

I wanna know too

[@celinat.2728]

Jealous mothers are a real thing and it's tragic. Smh whew chile. I'm glad she made something of herself in spite of coming from little motivation at home.

[@str8factz101]

She needs a sequel for sure, this was fire! Great chemistry

[@215welivee]

We need a part 2 with Brooke

[@thepreppysavage1754]

What 2 women was she talking about in her I ain’t saying no names segment?

[@MommaBear1971]

I love me some Brooke V. She can sing and the ONLY woman I know that wears 5-8 bundles of hair and still looks FLAWLESS. We need some music from her.

[@eshagcom3742]

I man legit 5 to 8 bundles she must have a very round head under there.

[@ebonyyoungblood9636]

I miss Brooke Valentine singing. A lot people slept on Brooke’s first album which was really good. Dying From A Broken Heart 💔 was my favorite song on the album. I wish she would drop another dope album soon.

[@drealove9351]

I will love Monica on here !!! ❤️❤️❤️

[@mdl3647]

As a girl from Houston, she gave everything she needed to give. Love her

[@MadamKitt]

Jay and Tank with the hoochie daddie shorts 🤣🤣

[@tannergrace9996]

@R&BMoneyPodcast, PLEASE bring Brooke back. We need Part 2 after she showed out on Tiny Desk this morning.❤️

[@AfrooDiZiak_]

best podcast in the RnB Game, now we want Johnta Austin, Ginuwine, Joe, Jon B, Donell Jones, Carl Thomas, please do it for the culture ;) bless up from Tunisia 🇹🇳

[@corymatthews6778]

And Johnta Austin

[@kk3382]

I need to know how Brooke and her family reconciled, that’s wild they all turned their backs on her.

[@bee1935]

I want to know this too.

[@starrsdiys3014]

"Long as you come home" by Brooke is one of my all time fav. songs

[@ariesspring2161]

I STILL WEAR THIS SONG TF OUT! And “Covergirl”

[@lizdarden3989]

We need a part 2. We didn’t get into anything regarding love & hip hop, how was her experience with that? What happened with the label after girl fight? What happened with the rumor of them approaching her for L&HHH the very first season but she got into a big fight so they couldn’t cast her. I remember that story going super viral before viral was a thing. So many things I wanna know.

[@candicesmith1708]

Facts

[@kydaviahassell2321]

I looooove Brooke! She’s real, raw, and always been true to herself! And can sang her butt off!

[@shavonhampton3535]

First of all, I am such a fan of R&B music!I love what you all are doing with this podcast! Great job! J. Valentine pays attention to details & read in between lines well. That’s a critical thinking skill & a great business skill. It’s a great balance with him & Tank.

[@ashtrott1599]

This has become my favorite podcast!! Another great episode!! 🤩👏🏾

[@RnBMoneyPodcast]

Yay! Thank you!

[@kimy.johnson5096]

Mines too!🥰

[@axman3128]

For sure lol

[@BLUtifu6Kitty]

Jesus. To be a girl child, I swear. Her origin story was heartbreaking.

[@sweetcherry4282]

Just to hear the beginning of her story was heartbreaking. You gotta be accused of sleeping around because she wanted to sing. So sad. Parents are supposed to pour into their children not tear them down.

[@jamaicanbkslimaz]

@@sweetcherry4282 EXACTLY! I wouldn’t talk to her to this day or we wouldn’t have a good relationship

[@danib510]

I’ve always loved her and hate that she didn’t get as far and big as she should’ve been and I hope she comes out with new music soon. I wish this would’ve been longer and tap into what she’s been up to lately but this was good! Bring her back again for a part 2!!

[@terikathomas2131]

I’m standing ten toes with you guys!!! I’ve gotten you guys at least 40 subscribers!!! And counting….. stay safe you guys. Stay blessed 🙏🏾🙏🏾

[@onsimone]

I love Brooke she is unapologetically herself definitely need a part 2

[@wcm7135]

Bobby Valentino, Brooke Valentine and J. Valentine

[@llaws2676]

This woman is BEAUTIFUL and always has been!

[@kyky2789]

Brooke needs a part 2. She didn’t even get to her love and hip hop days.

[@nia4842]

Brooke is the type that doesn't require input in a conversation. You just sit there and she'll do the rest.

[@jantaywilliams7266]

We DEFINITELY need a Brooke Valentine part 2!!!!

[@thepreppysavage1754]

What 2 women was she talking about in her I ain’t saying no names segment?

[@kam7796]

I’ve never seen Brooke and her hair wasn’t FIRE. She’s gorgeous 😍

[@LoveMica4]

Bring her back for a Part 2! I know she has so much more to say. So inspiring and entertaining.

[@AdrinaMonet]

COME ON BROOKEEEEEE & represent for the Girls! Thoroughly enjoyed this sit-down w/ Brooke! Tank and J.: You guys' podcast is one of the best podcasts of all-time and much-needed for the culture period. It's always the: Jokes, Laughs & Smiles, & Incredible Storytelling fa mi! Bless you all!

[@W00DZ.]

Im a real brooke valentine stan. Loved her ever since “long as you come home”. I still remember her mixtape “No More Girlfights” lol. Aaliyah is my fav and she sounds so much like her. The fact that she got signed for doing pop/rock music made so much sense as to why “Chain Letter” sounded like it did. I remember someone referred to it as la meets texas. I feel like the lack of success in her career was due to to bad implementation. They should have pushed “long as you come home” and “cover girl “ as singles to atleast show that she is a real diverse artist with vocal ability THEN put out “girlfight”. Then there would be less of chance of her being lumped into the “crunkNB” trend that was hot at that time.

[@bniamyebrah455]

Y’all created this podcast at the perfect time!! R&B money shedding light on artists and legends that we hardly ever get to hear from today, and it’s appreciated! As someone in their early 20s, who’s recently been diving into 90s RnB, it’s awesome getting to hear the stories of the creation of some of RNBs greatest music!

[@kristopherdavis2715]

Mane listen Brooke Valentine is criminally underrated vocally!!! Chain letter was on repeat in high school!

[@aliviar9711]

She is so pretty. We need her in serious modeling. Beauty and fashion. ❤

[@rachsalomon5819]

Brooke is a fantastic storyteller. The "Saying No Names" was absolutely unexpected. Brook gave the side chick the keys to the studio door that was under her Range Rover. All I can say is don't mess with a Southern girl. Despite her sweet and lady-like voice and smile, she is capable of being tough and gangsta.

[@JP-wn4jn]

That's a 🥶 COLD start for a singing career🧊. Bring her back for a part 2. This felt more like a conversation than any of the other interviews. Really enjoyed this episode. Enjoy this podcast

[@delavu173]

We need a Part 2 from Brooke. I could listen to her talk for days. We need to hear more

[@brucewaynethachef]

J Valentine said "My name is David Ruffin....and these are the Temptations"😂😂😂

[@lelebrown3653]

I really loveeee this podcast. I definitely would like to see a episode dedicated to J Valentine, Tank, and Ginuwine stories 👀

[@kairihunter134]

I love this episode and I already loved Brooke but I love her even more now that I know more of her story and y’all definitely need to bring her back for a part 2

[@iamdrumlyfe860]

R&B money is the dopest podcast out right now hands down !!! The background info of the artist , the insight , the journey of the artist and the humor is second to none

[@kwame8208]

I hope y’all get Chris brown next 😭 S/o to Brooke!!

[@CoryJonesMusic]

Oh best believe Tank gone get the king on here

[@homeboymcjewerson456]

Did anyone else noticed Tank background vocals on a couple of tracks on Chris Brown's new album

[@kwame8208]

@@homeboymcjewerson456 oh yeah, they always collaborate

[@therachaelcassidy]

A TGT Episode is needed omg and a MARIO episode please guys please!!! We need Tamia too

[@ItsOprahingtonBabe]

I feel like we need a part 2, this feels incomplete! Great interview!

[@MarcusMartn]

First female guest on the podcast, I love Brooke I hope she releases more music

[@TiaLaMuneca]

WE NEED A PART TWO OF THIS!!!! We need more of her story!!! 💜💜💜💜💜💜💜

[@Micheal007omega]

I loooove Brooke lmao, she is a great story teller. I had no idea her introduction to music was so tough, I'm glad she kept at it though!

[@Boldblackbutterfly]

Her song “Dying From a Broken Heart” is amazing!! Love her voice!

[@lilmiss20744]

I didn’t know much about Brooke before this. I really enjoyed her ! Good job, y’all !

[@Gamphace1]

love the meat and potatoes of R&B, always wanted to hear them stories, keep'em coming! Thank you Tank and JV

[@lyricalj]

We definitely need a part two of her story!

[@mrs.anastasia2u14]

Really love this podcast. Tank is the best interview I've ever seen on multiple platforms and he is a great podcast host. Here for it.

[@Mw880611]

Dying of broken heart and cover girl are two of my favorite songs of hers!

[@Bigtubs..]

I knew i loved Brooke so much without even knowing her foreal!! This interview just took it to level 10000!! ❤️❤️❤️ i love this podcast y’all keep up the good interviews!!!

[@hinfinity]

Damn this was a good one I can tell she got more of her story to tell but she was holding back Tank and J I love this lane for y’all in podcasting we need to celebrate our singers big careers or small ❤

[@shenekamartin4318]

I love Brooke Valentine!!

[@brittanidavis4877]

Love love love her!

[@Trainingwithtroya]

Been waiting for this! Let’s go!

[@satrionwilliams5504]

Her story is so dope , I know she went through a lot to get where she is but her story is a REAL artist story back when you really had to work hard fr and she told it so well I could picture everything she was saying like a movie . Definitely need a part 2

[@karmengreene9611]

OMG, my mother told me those exact words when I told her that I was moving into commercial driving. She told me that she hoped I would fail. I nearly cried. Today commercial driving has set me on an entrepreneurial path and I have more than doubled my income. You can't beat her calling me to help her pay her bills.

[@RnBMoneyPodcast]

Love that!

[@acegrooms5135]

There can be so many episodes here it’s crazy!. This Podcast could inspire & possibly bring that slow R&B back to the front again, where it belongs.

[@m.e.5]

That Say no Names had me kacklin! Brooke don’t play 😊

[@BougieSuzy]

LOL I love Brooke Valentine. She's such a good time 🤣😂

[@shawnnichols5158]

Once again this was a good episode. Bring Brooke back she have more. This that real R&B Money Talk.. Thanks Tank And J Valentine 😍💪🏾💙

[@truuff]

Everytime i see Brooke, i remember that line she said to her man on Love and Hip hop--"if i was wearing panties, i wouldnt take them off for u" 😂 🔥 shout out to Brooke V!!

[@JUSTREGGIE2003]

DAMN!!!! What episode is this?

[@truuff]

@@JUSTREGGIE2003 lol not sure but there's a compilation on youtube about "Brooke and Marcus relationship timeline" its around timestamp10:06-- yo!! she had on a sexy red dress, grabbed his face, looked him dead in the eyes and said it, then walked off to meet another man in the studio with no panties on 😂 priceless!!

[@denecca100]

I agree…we need a part 2 with Brooke

[@laughsnsmiles1]

I was worried about the “I ain’t saying no names” segment cause the the entire time Brooke was dropping names! 😂 This was an awesome episode!! Need a Brooke Pt.2 for sure!

[@kekeopinions5034]

The door is now open Lmao😂😂😂😂🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣😂😂😂😂🤣🤣🤣🤣I always love Brooke❤️great one again ☝️uuuuuuh yea🔉🔊

[@teemoore676]

So looks amazing still, love her energy and honesty

[@amberbug90]

I'm excited to see what is next, so many great R&B artists to know about and hear their stories! Great podcast.

[@gurlwhowants2dj]

I'm so happy she avoided predatory people at a young age.

[@jamaicanbkslimaz]

At 16 she was out on her own with no family contact & that’s sad. Anything could have happened to her & they didn’t care. I still wouldn’t f w/my mother to this day if i was her. Forgive but I wouldn’t forget.

[@natashahill1993]

Facts

[@richellemuah]

I loveee Brooke V. When I was young I thought I was her when girlfight went out .. thank you to this podcast for bringing different people!!

[@jasminejackson9810]

Brookes CD was one of the first cds my mom ever bought me i love her

[@whitneyf26]

I’m Here…I Love These Shows ♥️♥️

[@djbushent]

"Gimme the Rotisserie Chicken" 🤣😂

[@AleciaCraine]

I just want to say that I love Brooke Valentine 😆💣💙!

[@Momdrogynous]

I’m back, I find it interesting that the men, including Tank, always had men give them thousands of dollars or a whole place to live (Yung Berg) when they were starving artists having hard times, but Brookes story shows that women don’t get that same support from men or women. Brooke did end up crashing at ol boys place in LA after he finally obliged her, and eventually at a cost (becoming his BM-no disrespect at all). Very telling about interpersonal relationships amongst sexes. Great interview, again.

[@Anisha618]

And if they do get offers from men, it is usually expected to be transactional.

[@Momdrogynous]

@@Anisha618 exactly. You see how Brooke had to pay London’s mom $700 to rent a ROOM? Nobody had any mercy on her. She literally had to earn her keep. Hell, at that time, she could’ve gotten her own studio in LA for $700. That was a rip off and I’m annoyed for her. But Berg was able to crash on his weedman couch, Jamie gave Tank money and let him stay at his mansion, all because they believed in them. They weren’t expecting anything in return or giving them a hard time. Nonetheless, I love what Tank and J are doing. It gets more and more insightful with each guest and I enjoy the nostalgia.

[@jayclearmen411]

i hear you But it’s levels to this shit..Remember Tank is a 1 in a 1Million find Talent wise. He’s the General in this R&B thing for a reason!! Very few ppl can do what he does Master Produce songwrite Sing Etc …He’s of a different class the prototype of a different breed that ain’t been found yet. The closest peer he has in the game rn is kells & breezy. It takes a group of ppl/teams to do what he does in the studio! Prince was a 1 in 10+ Million level talent, Ask anyone who knows how many instruments that man can play or has mastered!

[@Momdrogynous]

@@jayclearmen411 So what exactly is your argument in regards to what I said? 🙁

[@mikejoe9121]

Tank and J do a great job balancing the convo into great content and they both have so much knowledge of the business so it all fits keep getting great guests and it will blow D Angelo music Soulchild RayJ let’s go

[@keelachambers6368]

She is sooooo beautiful!! Hasn’t even aged

[@shontagearlds4982]

I love Brooke💜💜🔥🔥She is a Phonmanal Women,mother,and just keep it REAL.. Beautiful.🤗

[@mckenya7345]

This was dope, we need a Part 2!!! I love Brooke, please bring her back y’all 💜

[@throughthelensofshonda]

Lord her “ I’m not saying no names” is crazy lol

[@Tenai.T]

Tuning into another amazing episode.

[@sherrondadavis4816]

Oh my gosh I love her!

[@sotaurusmusic]

I’m obsessed with this podcast

[@jamesriley5911]

We need a part #2 to this interview

[@chelly273]

We need Brooke back up here. Part 2 please

[@candicesmith1708]

I looooove Brooke Valentine! Never new her story tho ! Now I love her even more 😍

[@feliciayoung9450]

Now this one went by too fast!! Come through Texas!! Brooke kept it Real💯!! Y’all have had some great guest. Part 2 please ❤️ her energy

[@synchronicity1883]

That last Story was GANGSTA!