Kehlani Talks Body Positivity, Removing Her Implants, Happiness, Health, and Identity | Interview

Kehlani dropped by the neighborhood to speak with Big Boy about happiness, gender identity, She/They pronouns, and common misconceptions she's heard about herself. Plus, Kehlani discusses cosmetic surgery, explains why she had her breast implants removed, and shares the impact they had on her health. The artist also speaks on cooking, food preferences, overcoming life's challenges, and their gluten allergy. Watch more of the interview with Kehlani exclusively on BigBoyTV.
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[@December_baby04]

I never knew she had implants but I think I paid more attention to her face and aura than her body anyways. I’m glad she’s loving herself now

[@sophie7437]

The way most of us never knew ahah

[@d.edwardsfreelanceeditorvi4212]

She is definitely gorgeous.

[@dvmn444]

Same had no idea

[@krislen_thebest1689]

I really do think only a handful of people knew, cuz I didn’t

[@MIent1313]

I close my eyes when I listen to her music. No other reason than I love tuning into her tone

[@lox117]

i think my late twenties, around 27, i realized to stop taking life personally. it doesnt happen to you, it just happens.

[@sunvavachi]

I loved this interview. She has grown so much and now is not letting media take control of her which is wonderful to see!

[@freddiefavors6116]

ALL BLACK ENTERTAINERS SHOULD LISTEN AND STOP CUTTING THEIR FACES AND IMPLANTING FOREIGN OBJECTS IN THEIR BODIES FOR THE WHITE Media

[@emeraldpeony]

Oh my gosh. This wasn’t just an interview it was an enlightening conversation and connection.

[@Harambeshouldbehere]

I’ve been a supporter since 2014 & I’ve noticed her body modifications over the years and it hurt me to see cus I KNEW SHE WASNT in love w her true self yet and now she is and I love it for her 🥺🥰 she’s beautiful either way but I love that she’s being true to herself.

[@mashelly____]

Shut up you didn’t know anything

[@IamVani_indu]

Same

[@raymaraj1]

she did her lips too?

[@Harambeshouldbehere]

@@raymaraj1 yeah I’m pretty sure along w her teeth

[@obim9549]

I think the takeaway from this is that WE DON'T REALLY KNOW. And even now, she may not even be her true self. I'm not saying she is or isn't, but I think it's important we respect and embrace that we don't know what's going on in her (or any celebrities) life. I feel like that's what Kehlani was trying to tell us in her interview.

[@joylynnsmiley1879]

“Really stand offish” I would never think that about Kehlani. She literally always gives good vibes, always so positive, she’s confident in who she is and what she does. And she loves her fans so much- she doesn’t do it for the media. I’ll always respect her, she is beautiful inside and out ❤️

[@20rocket]

Most artist are stand off ish

[@Sunmoonandstars123]

Big Boy, I feel you on the pain scale. When my mom passed, I also began to recognize what true soul pain felt like and I’m stronger and more resilient than I used to be.

[@Kayyyoxh]

That’s how I felt about my fathers passing. Losing a parent really does make you look at things differently, and definitely more resilient. 🙏🏽

[@valindanewton6754]

I agree

[@ChristinaPistone]

After 18 years with saline implants I got mine out two weeks ago and I've never felt better! So glad women are starting to speak out about this :)

[@nassariagreen2810]

Look at Kehlani educating us on the side effects of breast implants

[@asenathtv8599]

I relate so much towards Kehlani’s spiritual path. 2 years into my spiritual journey, I finally have fell in love with existence. I appreciate existence for what it “is”. I appreciate what the higher power has given me. I don’t care if I have no roof over my head and I live at the park! I appreciate the air, water, food, evolution, the universe...everything! I just got out of a domestic violence relationship & with that relationship I started my spiritual journey and I am appreciative of my experience because even though I could’ve allowed my circumstances to control my emotions, I didn’t because at the end of the day....I still have “an end of a day”, I am still existing. Throughout the circumstance, I appreciated the fact that there are still positive things that happen during the horrid situation. I met so many genuine people, and it just made me want to give God a hug for the balance of “well hearted people & wrong hearted people”. All I wanted to say was that I could still be sad today and create PTSD within myself, but nah! H2O in the air, tf I’m mad for?😂❤️

[@astronomicallyfine]

I’m glad you’re out of that relationship and I hope you’re safe now!

[@asenathtv8599]

@@astronomicallyfine thank you! I am now 😇

[@toolbrothers1477]

Always had love for Kehlani even back to her song with Post Malone. Im glad she knows who she is, knowing who you are and accepting it is the best gift in life.

[@taylorstep8135]

What was her song with post Malone?

[@Soumaiya]

@@taylorstep8135 it’s called feel it’s off of Post Malone’s Stoney album

[@kvnbrrn]

people being introduced to kehlani from post malone is wild to me

[@BL3SSed-Bliss]

I’d like to add to mere “accepting”… *Embracing and **_loving_** who you are.* 💯❣️🙏🏽💎

[@freddiefavors6116]

THEY NOT SHE

[@elizabethcartagena2300]

"I didn't think I would get out of my own way." RELATABLE.

[@TaylorTooWavey]

I absolutely love her music and her energy. She seems like a cool ass person to be around

[@aanesa3047]

So extremely proud of Kehlani's growth!! Been a huge supporter since like 2015 and I know its only up from here!

[@MeowMichelleV]

She is so amazing, so intelligent, so past her time!!! So inclusive, so open, so genuine!!! I love her so much & always have. He delivered such an amazing, open, understanding interview. I think anything that she couldn’t or could’ve said, he wouldn’t have reacted in a harsh way. They were so open, cool, laid back!! I loved all of this energy!!! They were such a good group and good talk! 💞💗💓❤️

[@joannekadiri2349]

I’ve always felt such a beautiful vibe from Kelhani, such a wonderful soul

[@NikluvLei6111]

I really appreciate this interview thank you for sharing because I have always wanted to get breast implants done but I do feel like it might not be such a great idea for me due to the cons of having the procedure. I am grateful for your honesty in what the experience was actually like for you and watching you take control of your life as a music artist 🎶 💪💯💕🤗🙂

[@YourFaveFAE]

I’m glad kehlani shared her story🫶🏽 this 18min video probably helped a lot of young girls out in the 🌎

[@AmandaGirl675]

Love her! She speaks so beautifully!

[@yellabonebri]

Amazing interview! Loved the interviewers as well! Didn’t push a narrative and asked real genuine questions.

[@jocelynamado1351]

that´s so crazy..someone actually said "kehlani´s just build bad"??? .. I remember watching her old videos and thinking just how perfect her body was.. I actually hated it when she got her implants..glad she removed them.

[@JaeElise]

I really enjoy interviews of artist & the insight . I love Kehlani as a person ; she’s beautiful . I’m not a fan of the music but I’m a fan of who she is and she carries herself so well

[@ParadiseIsGleaming]

“ Peace of mind “does it for me everytime😪💗🙌🏽

[@4everfreethinker]

I can thoroughly relate to what Kehlani said about people misjudging her and thinking that she's something she's not. I've had this issue for most of my years here on this Earth. And just like Kehlani, when people finally did have a conversation with me or were within a group conversation, what they thought I was, dissipated. Guys and girls would both tell me things like, "I was afraid to approach you because I thought you wouldn't talk to me. I thought you were going to be so different than you really are. I was expecting you to be stuck up and stand-offish. Beautiful women usually aren't very nice, but you're awesome!" This would happen to me so often over the years that, for those who didn't outright tell me who or what they thought I was going to be, I would ask. And I'd still get the same types of feedback over and over again. It wasn't long before these types of reactions were just downright hurtful. I wasn't angry with anyone, but I was hurt at how so many people had me all wrong. Like, oh my gosh, if they knew my heart, they would see just how wrong they are. And just imagine, those were only the people who I actually had a chance to speak with. How many more kept to themselves or passed on by? Even now at 51, I can't help but wonder if my soulmate, thought these same things and never took a chance at introducing himself or herself? Meanwhile, it's quite possible that here I am alone, all because of someone's misjudgment.

[@michaeluuhshamps4792]

This was a really beautiful video and a very well done interview.

[@Mariebelle4298]

when she said "I didn't think i'd get out of my own way" I felt that (as a taurus & as a human)

[@bigess9329]

Same 😅 (sun and rising)

[@imaniharris6958]

Yes as a Taurus

[@victoria-gx8sb]

Same, same

[@HaileyAnnReads]

It's crazy because I had noticed that it looked like she got her implants removed. I've heard a lot about breast implant illness. I really love watching her journey and seeing how much she's grown, and how far she's come as a person and an artist.

[@sarahwithah]

Michelle Visage has a documentary on it about her experience I really want to watch it!

[@kylastral]

incredible interview 🥹🫶🏽 she is so genuine

[@KrissyFizzle]

I swear I love her accent so much, IDK what it is but it's so chill and relaxing 😩😭❤

[@aniadawson5801]

She's from Bay area. Oakland in particular

[@baynardrustin97]

Yes Oakland has a accent

[@navehhall73]

That's Cali.. The Bay

[@eauxkei702]

As someone also from Oakland I didn’t realize we had accents lmao.

[@aniadawson5801]

@@eauxkei702 oh yeah. Im from Los Angeles and yall slang and some lingo is way different than ours. But I love it. Its ok. You know when you deal with an LA person with the ere pronunciations exaggerated. Its all good

[@FrydaWolff]

I attempted breast reconstruction after bilateral mastectomy for breast cancer. From the first surgery where the expanders were put in to the final surgery when the expanders were removed, I visited my hospital 36 times in 7 months with complications, including a hospital stay for a week with a cellulitis infection. I never made it to the implants going in, my body was rejecting the expanders at every opportunity. Look up "breast implant illness," it's real.

[@YourFavoritePO]

Hey pink sister 💗 tyfs! I opted for DIEP flap reconstruction for fear of my body rejecting implants. Much love!

[@jasmine9579]

I love Kehlani her spirit is beautiful and to be so young and be so conscious and self aware is admirable. I never comment on you tube but for her videos ….I always show the love ❤️.

[@wildcathill]

Love this interview respect

[@sarahwithah]

Love you Kehlani. I love her perspective I just read Vex Kings book and it's mind blowing so helpful about living in the moment and not letting others bother you

[@chofans]

This is a great interview!

[@dakuhall4534]

I've been listening to Kehlani from day 1 & Still Am That's how much 💖 I have for her Always will

[@lillyslighthealing]

Same broski same respectfully

[@lillyslighthealing]

🎄

[@ForbezMedia]

My favorite female artist out right now

[@HaleyyWhaleyy18]

I’m so glad she’s talking about how sick she got from implants. I used to want some but doing my research and learning the sickness that it causes has changed my mind. Now I’m learning to love my ittybitties

[@RationallyMe]

I'm a natural 36DD and I wish mine were smaller. Most people have no idea my actual breast size because I wear sports bras and tighter bras to bind them. I'm a size 6 on the bottom, but have to buy tops and dresses in size 8-- to accommodate my breasts -- and have them taken in along the sides to fit the rest of my body. People with smaller breasts have an advantage because you can go braless when certain top/dress styles call for it, but then wear a push up bra and give yourself volume when you choose. Itty-bitties > big tingobitties

[@Neferkida]

Ittybitties always been so beautiful to me 🥰 Never feel like you have to change them!! I gained weight during quarantine and experienced big boobs I promise you it's not a lie it's heavy and hurts and I just felt so much more free when I lost it back and didn't feel like to rocks were hanging on my chest 😭 never taking my small boobs for granted again

[@tori2040]

she is so powerful. she is on a different level. I admire her and wish her well.

[@VazhiiSingleton]

LOVE her so much!!

[@nattivogel]

her voice, spoken and sung, always makes me feel an insane warmth and calm

[@aubreyaubrey5193]

I thought she removed them and she looks so good still right on girl! More power to you!! Thank you 😘

[@NolaShawty]

💙great interview

[@karie_brown]

I’m so excited to get my explant! Thanks for sharing!!

[@deneshadesilvaaa]

Love this interview

[@Morningdovie]

She’s a beautiful spirit believe me always thoughtful and loving 🥰💯🙏

[@labreaification1]

She is so beautiful and very big thinker !!! I love ppl who think big !!!

[@SedraKurdi]

great interview!!

[@AmerieFanbase]

Love this woman ❤️

[@jes3701]

So graceful & wise love Kehlani

[@sam-wm7ko]

very authentic energy

[@grayg8269]

i loved the way they talked about their pronouns and how it’s about just being a person. really helps me put into words my own experience. thank you for bringing such a thoughtful interview

[@therookiezpresents]

i just love kehlani.

[@torifoxx1579]

Love love love her as a person and performer 🙏🏽

[@B3_W3LL]

When Kehlani said “it’s just noodles and sauce” Lol that’s me too 😂😂

[@jessicamendez596]

I love how realistic she is. Just because she’s talking about her own negative experience with plastic surgery doesn’t mean that she’s now advocating against it like I’ve seen a lot of people do. Like she says, to some people plastic surgery is literally life saving. But she is speaking about her experience to let others know. Love how open minded she is!

[@kayd9244]

Man I didn't know she ever had implants either! I always look at her personality thru interviews and music and now as a mother. She seem like a wonderful person to know.

[@innerauthority]

Kehlani ❤️ so wise & lovely!!

[@Lovetoloveu01]

Love her beautiful soul❤🙏🏾

[@lia_eyezonme]

Kehlani is so down to earth and wise. Big Taurus energy.💗

[@Rose_budd]

Amber heard is a Taurus too.... jus sayin lol

[@lia_eyezonme]

@@Rose_budd everyone has good and bad in them it’s all about which side you chose to feed. Just sayin.🤷🏽‍♀️

[@Rose_budd]

@@lia_eyezonme exactly... one Taurus can have all the good traits n another have all the bad, and be 2 completely different ppl

[@shawnvining9851]

BigBoy always listen to the radio to hear you keep up the good work ⭐⭐⭐⭐✨

[@SemperfidelisDani]

Thank you for talking about breast implant illness.

[@anna-musicproducer7853]

Okaaay but Kehlani's voice is just so smooth though

[@Makima209]

I love you Kehlani!💕

[@Zeal808]

I knew when she got the implants and I could tell when she got them removed. It was very obvious. Love her persona ❤ she’s gorgeous. And so much strength to tell her story.

[@LeshBreezyyy]

who’s here after her pointless interview? so much better love that they are so much comfortable and open ❤️

[@senisemcclain3576]

me lol there such a difference

[@LeshBreezyyy]

@@senisemcclain3576 righttt! I was like yeah I’m doing a comparison, I think this was after or before the last interview with the morning hustle people

[@eboni1346]

I sometimes say "Hey everyone," or "Hey Royals" (if it's a space where people say King, Queen, etc.) I am also a She/They and I love Ze (because I love Afro futurism and I want to be of future where we all are more loving and explorative) and I really resonate with so much of what she said. I don't believe I am perceived correctly either and I am trying to stay myself, accept that some people won't get it, but also advocate for myself as to who I really am. I'll admit, I didn't know how to perceive Kehlani but I liked that I didn't know because it meant there was room to learn more about her as an artist and all the things she said about how people perceive her versus how she is so similar to how I'd describe myself lol. Definitely going to buy tickets to her next show if possible, this solidified it.

[@MellowMusic1]

Only 27 and she’s only getting better 🔥♥️

[@TheHartClubNetwork]

wow, love that for her! health is wealth! 💞

[@DariusScott]

wow i had no idea she had implants.. it makes me feel so bad but i’m glad she’s in a better space and she seems so nice and a really great person .. i wanna meet her one day 💜🤍🔮

[@mattiea871]

wait which implants

[@DariusScott]

@@mattiea871 chil i have no clue 🥺🤣

[@joshuamcdowell9745]

@@mattiea871 breast implants

[@riadachillada5281]

why does it make you feel bad

[@GojoTheHonoredOne9]

Oh i knew she had them. I examined that body in depth

[@hsd287]

She is smart it's great hearing about her 🥰❤

[@goodsoul7833]

I just choked on my pizza slice when she said she didn't eat pizza lmao💀💀💀

[@sweetlyketoffee]

When I listen to altar, it takes me to another place

[@prettymariie]

Bruh she a real one…. Much respect

[@F-This]

She’s so humble

[@kye8378]

QUEEN LUV HER 4LIFE💘💘💘😍😍😭

[@NaruLuv15]

I didn’t really like how she couldn’t finish the thought before the next question popped up. Like, let them speak?? Otherwise, they seem very kind and I will listen to more of their music and show support

[@eligelernter7098]

We love you Kehlani ♥️ Any way, always!!

[@naturallydeliany]

I love her!!!

[@maryroseg7107]

Much love Kehlani ❤️🧡💛💚💙💜♉️

[@tinas9604]

Yes, as a ♉️ and speaking from one, she gives such warm vibes.

[@BL3SSed-Bliss]

Not all Taureans ♉️ are into trying new things, including food, please know that. Their fixed energies are legit. Each is an individual, of course. I’m the same friend who inspires and encourages others to expand their palates. “No new friends” is quite limiting, and it’s up to US to change the narrative/understanding of all that being a woman “encompasses”, dropping your “She”/femininity or adding/including masculinity or ambiguity needn’t be the move nor the answer. I’ll save the rest for my own platform. Enjoyable interview!🫶🏽

[@barinomer93]

I adore her!

[@giovanasilva9570]

Brazilian Pasta is awesome!! Come visit us again Kehlani

[@OSMONDDEE]

She is really a true and real person

[@candacenia8280]

Love her 💕

[@Leahgames125]

My friend experienced breast implant illness as well! I never new that was a thing. She looks so much healthier after after removal.

[@loladeopeyemi9754]

Kehlani is such a well spoken and interesting soul💜

[@BeHappy_007]

One brave women...behind most of the successful women sure there ll be lots of pain. She deserves happiness.

[@shalaylaalice228]

how does this woman calm me like this

[@chuycasas9584]

Boxing star Maricela Cornejo went through the same thing. she was having anxiety and when removed the breast implants she feels a lot better...

[@jayangeles9461]

I love them

[@BenziiDee]

this was bomb

[@kuldoxy5637]

Ohhh! That was a very important info!👏🏿 I mean why do we not hear more about the side effects of these things from these celebrities? They only wanna show the flashy side of it.🤦🏾‍♀ I really appreciate her being honest.🙌🏿

[@kincamell2]

Much Gratitude

[@paulinaluna-sousa6999]

Yasss on the Italian basic 😂❤

[@Just_Jorilla]

Love this bishshsh. She’s the TRUTH!!!!

[@FrankieeMoses]

Facts completely untouchable feeling

[@barefootbarbie]

Good to see the explant shift or choosing against implants! There is a lifetime of future surgeries ahead with breast implants that isn't discussed... aged implant exchanges, capsular contractures, weighted implant breast lifts, plus numbness, etc ... not to mention the serious BII health issues!!

[@cicibaker2040]

I love kehlani ughhhhh

[@iiPlutoKidii]

i fckn ADOREEEEEE this woman..

[@torilee5584]

Yeah I had small breasts until I turned 21 and they got bigger on their own. It’s crazy seeing 18 year olds getting surgery.

[@flawlesslawless4180]

Yea it’s sad beauty standards is ever changing and that has magnified thru the age of social media which every teenager has access to now

[@rlllatsyrc]

I tell all my friends who are young woman that we go through something called a “second puberty” meaning your body will transition to young woman to “grown woman”. It’s almost always better to wait and just let your body grow.✨