Normani: “Fair,” Moving On After Heartbreak, and Ghosting Zane’s Text | Apple Music

Normani connects with Zane Lowe to discuss her highly awaited song, “Fair.” The track is Normani’s first single after her wildly successful collaboration with Cardi B on “Wild Side.” She explains that writing and singing “Fair” was a therapeutic process for her that required extreme emotional vulnerability while navigating heartbreak. The slow-simmering ballad is a step away from the singer’s usual danceable jams and provides a nice backdrop for basking in the tone and emotional texture of her voice. Listen to Normani on Apple Music: apple.co/Norma...
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[@EliSutarday]

seeing her this vulnerable yalllllllll...she deserves the world ...we go give it to you mani ...nothing but loveee for my queen

[@migueljoseoropezareinoso8530]

Really she deserves everything! All her singles are so good, she looks like a very hard work person

[@phoelyeninternationalmedia]

Fact!

[@JeanEDolin]

She does deserve the world. I love her. She’s authentic

[@Thevinylversion]

When she cried and said it wasn’t suppose to be her.. sheesh I cried. I felt that for her. This is breakthrough and she is gonna take over. Watch.

[@Monsterpoxa]

What does she mean by it wasn’t suppose to be her? The song?

[@sbebb3762]

Racism in the recording industry. She is Black American woman whose culture has powered the music industry in America. Many great female vocalist. Their image is this erased in the music industry. It is also said in circles that a member of her old group Camila has a manager who is doing things behind the scenes. She is some Hispanic chick who can’t sing and made really horrible racist profiles and attacked Normani. Do your homework it is all in the lining.

[@SupernaturalLove100]

@@Monsterpoxa I guess imposter syndrome and possibly racism in the industry

[@forroses.2445]

@@Monsterpoxa also Normani truly was the under dog in fifth harmony. She had the best stage presence and was the best dancer yet barely got any recognition from the fans or her label. She was always pushed to the back or the least favored. It was very sad to see and you can tell it took a toll on her confidence. Going solo Many people rooted for Camila and Lauren (Dinah too) but not many rooted for Mani until she showed what she was capable of with Love lied. Thanks to Khalid. Aside from Camila, Normani is the most successful out of 5h. Im very proud of her

[@AnAdorableWombat]

@@sbebb3762 she's using her skin color as pity. It's pathetic. Her music is whack. Boring and generic. Look at lauryn hill! Lauryn ain't light skinned.

[@devinespaces2976]

Nah, it makes me really sad and mad that she feels like she doesn’t deserve to be where she is… got me really teary eyed. She’s *always* been so hard critical/hard herself and I can DEEPLY relate. I’ve been told I’m like that from many people and it’s not easy to just understand you’ve done the best you can, been trying as hard as you could, and are as deserving as anyone else.

[@Bea-dt6bs]

😢😢 She diserves the world. As Nation we need to shower her with acceptance & love. She gets too much criticism for my liking.

[@devinespaces2976]

@@Bea-dt6bs Way too much hate for someone that be minding their business while everyone else minds hers, it’s sicking.

[@ndo533]

And the worst part is knowing that she grew up with such strong support and love and celebration from her family, who always made her feel beautiful and special...and its the WORLD that made her feel like this. The world made this beautiful girl feel less than and undeserving of who she is and who she was meant to be. Thats awful

[@indica666_]

Girl she don’t know you’d too crying

[@aaronkenyon7112]

We can relate to being critical of ourselves when you work so hard and see no results, you feel like you didn't work hard enough

[@Abymilde]

She's finally opening up, I'm freaking crying!!! I'm so happy she's freeing herself and not examining everything she says and does. I'm hopeful of this Era now.

[@christinebaker1838]

I'm crying too! I love her and wish her the best!

[@Bea-dt6bs]

💯💯 growth 💕💕

[@Abymilde]

@@kendrick8749 Shut up. You want her to be a stiff coward forever?

[@aijsdijdni3401]

@@Abymilde So do you always put words into people's mouths or what? No one said that. They said you as a fan are not entitled to the artist and their life. They do not have to open up to their fans with anything. An artist is a job title and we are all strangers to them. And a coward? For what, setting boundaries with her fans and making it clear that parasocial relationships are not cute when both parties don't approve? You're not entitled to anything.

[@Abymilde]

@@aijsdijdni3401 The person said "Aint nun wrong with examining everything u say and do." Which is exactly what I don't want Normani doing. Every big artist has shared aspects of their live. I even know more about Beyonce than I do Normani. She's way too closed off! Also, in this day and age, Hiphop, R&B, and Pop stars have to have personality or else the audience will lose interest. Only Rock and Alternative artists can get away with not being social.

[@hellocharlieebarley]

4:59 idk why but when Zane says, "why do you say that?" it gave me chills. it was like when a father is trying comfort his own child and remind her that she is worth so much more than what she thinks

[@forroses.2445]

Zane seems to have a very caring and empathic soul

[@PaolaTheTimeLord]

girl has been on survival mode for sooooo long. i'm a casual fan & i don't even know her. this interview helped me understand her more. she's a reflection of me. i see myself in her. i get where she's coming from and putting out fair makes me happy. this song is more on repeat than the other one. i don't care that she doesn't share her personality on social media in detail. all i care about is the authenticity behind her music. you can be authentic & not have a lot of social media presence. the authenticity speaks for itself

[@JoslynJoy]

Agreed! ❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️🌻🌻🌻🌻🌻🌻I love her so much

[@devinespaces2976]

Words can’t describe how much love I have for her as a person and artist. It’s crazy how people say she doesn’t take music seriously bc she not putting song after song out. She’s about *quality* and her being efficient an KNOWING her artistry which some artists really should take note of.

[@jamiarandall3675]

That’s what I try to tell people yeah her label might not be the best idk. But, she said she was her worst critic and she doesn’t want to give us just anything regardless wild side is still a bop not just because Cardi B is on it regardless.

[@Chxcobxby]

That's exactly what I tell people that say that but the point always goes over their heads🙄

[@devinespaces2976]

@@Chxcobxby Always does.

[@NotSoTypikal]

🎯

[@aaronkenyon7112]

I'd rather she take her time and create something authentic than just come out with random new songs like a lot of artists do. Let her bring out a song that is all her, a project that she put all her passion into

[@vanessaacquah5133]

When I look at her I don’t see her as a celebrity I actually see her as a normal person with a passion of music. She doesn’t carry herself like a normal famous person can’t explain it but it’s like I can really relate to her.

[@vanessaacquah5133]

She’s been working for 15 years yall to get to this point!!! Wow. Makes me wanna do more in this life 😍

[@dinajones2761]

She has no confidence

[@aaronkenyon7112]

I agree. I feel like I could sit and talk with her, have a normal conversation and I wish I could

[@ben_cena]

I agree with you, that's how I look at all of the Fifth Harmony members, and when I see Willem Defoe I see him as a normal guy with a passion for acting.

[@happywings15]

@@dinajones2761 no she doesn’t fake a facade which requires more confidence because nothing she tells you can diminish her worth or accomplishment

[@spoiledsag]

we rarely see normani open up about herself…i love her so much and wish her nothing but even more success as she grows as an artist

[@AR-oi4hg]

Normani is such a big talent. The industry has not treated her with the respect and freedom she deserves and it’s taken a toll on her. I wish we protected women more in these spaces.

[@KYRANKELSON]

Zane really is such an amazing interviewer😭he asked everything I wanted to know and Normani was so open I loved this💯😭❤️

[@Aviewer005]

I've never seen her that vulnerable.. i'm so proud of her

[@mysteryno-name]

Normani is an EXTREMELY beautiful and talented person, I hope she gets all the love and credit she deserves, I just hate how so many people are so critical of everything she does and won’t give her a chance to grow as an artist like her peers. 😒

[@sheluh.huncho.3968]

Normani your NATION will always support no matter what you are very talented don't listen to know one cuz you even have support from top tier artist that's crazy your growing can't wait to here more music from you!!!

[@dynastyb.]

PERIODT!

[@1985blkboi]

Wow, when her voice cracked and she said, “I wasn’t suppose to be the one in this position”, I felt that. You NEVER know where God is trying to take you. Never ever underestimate where you start, because you never know how far God will take your dream. This really spoke to me.

[@nextl3v3l99]

Can anyone clarify what she meant there, I’m confused. Is she suffering from imposter syndrome?

[@ndo533]

@@nextl3v3l99 seems like it

[@1985blkboi]

@@nextl3v3l99 I think she meant out of all the girls in the group, she felt she was the most unlikely to succeed. She wasn’t the “favorite” one, people didn’t see “it”, for her as a solo artist.

[@nextl3v3l99]

@@1985blkboi gotcha, that makes total sense. I can’t believe anyone doubted her I mean no one offense but camila is the most culturally irrelevant musician ever. She is mega bland and has had zero impact. Normani is the complete opposite. The potential she has to be an icon is huge. I just think her team isn’t doing her any justice. And within the industry no one is fighting her to be #1. She needs a team that will propel her to the top. Better music and visuals the whole thing.

[@willwowxdrice642]

@@ndo533 you may be too young for this conversation

[@alicemiriah]

4:56 omg 😭 she’s so amazing. It took me until 30 to realize my potential, so to hear someone who made it so young make it and now reflecting years later and still feeling this selfless emotion is so beautiful to see 🌹

[@Josh-ds4ez]

Normani has truly evolved in front of our eyes and it's a pleasure to see. This is the most vulnerable and open we've seen her and the music reflects that. She isn't just chasing a hit but instead finding herself and sharing some of it with us. Truly wonderful interview with great insight into more of who she really is.

[@mfundosibanyoni2456]

THE NATION LOVES YOU NORMANI AND WILL ALWAYS STAND BY YOU

[@1sava]

You deserve to have it Normani! Hearing you say you felt like you didn't broke my heart! ❤️

[@amaraturner5764]

That part was sooo sad to hear😢

[@fivefiveqt214]

Frfr 💔

[@joelsantoya8231]

Yes Manibear the true nation is right behind you from the start. People dont understand why we wait, we may have felt discouraged while waiting but we never give you up. Cant wait to hear more

[@kordeination6385]

She's so beautiful and I'm so happy that she felt comfortable enough to feel vulnerable with us🥺🖤

[@LindaMitchell]

I'm so glad that Normani had this breakthrough with her music. Watching her be vulnerable and near tears broke my heart. Her fans are here to lift her up and celebrate this moment and many more to come.

[@odilejones9129]

Normani has too much class to be specific but lets not mess around. You know we haven't even heard about a TENTH about what she's gone through in the industry particularly I'm guessing when she was in fifth harmony. Then her songs being taking off apple music then the VMA's debacle. That's why despite only sporadically dropping singles she has amassed a huge fanbase. People particularly WOC know exactly what she's been through/talking about without her saying. But you can;t stop greatness. And all those people, the ones who dismissed her as just the "dark skinned back up dancer" in the group or tried to keep her down will be the ones eating their words because she is a SUPERSTAR. Seriously she has a level of talent that can put her in the big leagues. It's no wonder her, Doja and ChloexHalle are all friends and hang in the same cirles. Greatness recognises greatness. Those 4 are the next big stars in the industry.

[@titlepending1302]

I’m sorry CxH are not friends and as far as Doja maybe but not extremely close

[@ateeras_lens]

@@titlepending1302 she is friends with chloe and halle and doja what are u talking about . they don’t gotta be extremely close to be friends.

[@melaninatedgoddess3678]

@@titlepending1302 She's been friends with CxH for years... and she's also friends with Doja, she's literally said it.

[@Chxcobxby]

Exactlyyy i seriously hate people that call her a backup dancer from WAP which just tells me that they didn't do much research on her because that woman was amazing on dancing with the stars, I'm pretty sure she also does do professional dancing like ballet and even gymnastics and cheerleading

[@ahmetsekerli]

we need more Normani and Zane human beings for a better world. They are so kind, gentle, humble, understanding and do their jobs with passion. they know how to listen when they get conversation and they know how to listen themselfs too. Also this interwiev was like a flowing clean water with peacefully.

[@Ejaysworld]

I just love her ,seeing her vulnerable made me realise that she is only human trying to navigate through this world just like the rest of us..I will always support her.

[@langstoncollins3570]

This is one of the reasons i always loved. Shes always so genuine, honest and sweet evertime i see her. Keep shining Normani can't fir the album

[@kerapira]

I really want her to do more interviews and hear her talk more about her album and her upcoming projects….like wheww girl We’re rooting for you so much and we have your back and we can’t wait to prove them wrong! We love you mani 🤗🤗🤗🤗🥰🥰🥰🥰

[@rose_quartz_loveandlight]

Incredible interview, Zane holds the space with so much compassion for a vulnerable Normani. Appreciate this a lot ❤️

[@zinhlemaeko6758]

How can you not love her, she’s getting to know herself and giving us the best. I love me a girl who is self aware and can process and reflect.

[@rozendothamiris]

This was so perfect and so honest! I cried with her, I laughed with her…! Thank you so much, mani, for sharing your heart and being vulnerable with us 😭❤️

[@taurus0362]

I really like her voice. 😍 Like, I’ve never really heard her speak before, and wow…

[@Marco_antonio0.1]

Normani your so important for all of us, don't forget it, we love you forever baby, and your music is amazing ❤

[@yoncedelrey]

she's so beautiful

[@lucas6297]

this song has been on rpt goin thru a break up rn, every word hits, she is ART😭💜thank you normani

[@Xio227]

I’m just so so proud of Normani😭 she’s so precious and deserving of all the success she is getting and will continue to get.💜💜

[@vakiatue]

I'm glad Normani took her time to grow and do what she wants. Nothing is worst than looking back and seeing a life you didn't want to live. Keep doing you and growing into NORMANI! 💕

[@Tokslaboss]

Wow she has definitely came a long way and it’s amazing to see .. this song for me was definitely reminding of where I came from and how I’ve overcame that feeling to see that we are all human no matter who or what, we all go through emotions and it’s so amazing to see her share it .

[@theaaliyahkylie]

how could anyone dislike her?!

[@ndo533]

Shes just honest and pure, and even more, shes just...nice.

[@nychous]

wait. so there's people that DISlike her?!? WHERE THEY AT

[@flighter7713]

Jealousy,Envy,Colorism,Racism

[@Chxcobxby]

@@nychous This weird man did a whole video saying that she's boring and just doesn't like her for literally no reason. Someone reacted to her fair song and it was obvious that they were nicki fans so of course they was doing the most🙄that's why I'm not listening to that Coi leray and Nicki song

[@devinespaces2976]

@@Chxcobxby This! And it’s mostly gay men or men in general that just be hating on her for anything she does…. mostly barbs too idc what anyone says bc it’s true.

[@MrJaffacakes1234]

Oh beautiful black queen. She deserves all the rewards for working hard. Just know as fun we love you.

[@NotSoTypikal]

I hate that she doesn’t realize how amazing she is. I LOVE HER!!! 😭

[@amaraturner5764]

I know right that's why we have to be careful how we speak and treat others

[@NotSoTypikal]

@@amaraturner5764 🎯

[@Jamaal.R.]

The strength it must’ve took to verbalize that inner doubt🥺🥺 Normani, SOOOOO many people are rooting for you ❤️

[@fashionlover5195]

Normani is so talented and she’s come so far in so many ways! Beautiful to see! Can’t wait for the album… & Fair is a bop!!! 🤎🙌🏾

[@chiyawalker3167]

When she start crying I start crying my god my bby 🥺🥺🥺

[@gbconrado]

“Fair” is a true masterpiece, well done Mani!! 💕

[@Amberlovesu541]

OMG I loved this interview I love Normani so much she’s so classy for her age and very mature

[@allencampbell1058]

Shes so gorgeous, all of her haters are jealous of natural beauty 💯 I know she a tough young lady and definitely has a whole life ahead of her and success

[@stimo7060]

Oh my god, normani seeing u in peace with your self & heart like this is so a pleasure to experience it with you. U let ur self be who u are & not holding back for being vulnerable is an amazing thing u ever did to urself. I almost cry :') and no matter what people say about u, if u do what u think is right, ur gonna be okay. We still love you, don't let people makes a narrative about u, do u normani!!!! We love youu & support u♥️♥️

[@emmaheart371]

Normani you should always be yourself. That's enough.

[@blackcosmos]

This was a really great interview. U facilitated a safe space for her to be super vulnerable. Kudos to u. In any event, I think she's really misunderstood but there's definitely a mystique about her cause we don't know that much about her & I kinda like that. I think she's so lovely + immeasurably talented & I can't wait for her album to drop. Rooting For Normani All Day Everyday!!!

[@FAFash-wo9yg]

I kinda like that too. Just something so mesmerising about her... She definitely has a very mysterious energy about her... Really hooks you.

[@galactictea]

glad to see normani finally opening up and being vulnerable...her growth as a person and artist is obvious, its not easy..she has come along way. rooting for her 🔥

[@sarahceel5843]

NORMANI IS STUNNING!!! Beautiful gorgeous amazing sweet and kind person 🌟

[@lauramcintosh6821]

Normani you dederve the world and more. You have gone through your caterpillar stages, now go and fly like the beautiful butterfly 🦋

[@paulgarcia995]

no you don’t understand how much I love and adore this woman watching her grow into the artist she is today makes me so emo. Normani is not going anywhere.

[@Lola.185]

Shes stunning inside and out!

[@erikaamwaama551]

Yo guys,I've never seen this woman cry ,even in fifth harmony 😭🥲

[@ndo533]

NEVER

[@devinespaces2976]

She cried *once* for the final show of FH but that was it…till now.

[@Jazminelabonte]

omgggg I think I just fell in love with her!!! This vulnerability !!!!!! wow power to you Queen

[@KCaviness3]

normani doesn't even have an album out and she is already slated to be one of the greatest performers period. We are ready for you and all of it! The ups and downs of don't matter.

[@rondellmcleod]

I seriously love you and feel you 100% about fighting to just be acknowledged. It’s deeper than what people realize but many don’t take the time to recognize these life defining moments take time and need to be processed by the individual organically and authentically… instead it’s easy for outsiders to ignore someone’s personal growth and instead will criticize and scrutinize one’s journey. Let’s not do that, life take time, and a body of work such as Normani’s music is her life’s work.

[@derrickboudreaux]

Gotta love Normani she was awesome.

[@yoliembabane9355]

You can tell she is been true a lot and most of people and she is trying to heal..i love you normani so muc and you are going to win

[@handsomemahlambi]

Girl I relayed to Fair until I listened to Fair Your song let me say my final peace about how I was broken and essentially vulnerably bitter in an honestly healthy way❤️💫

[@shutahekupnow5398]

Amazing interview 🙌🏼 ‘Fair’ is nothing less than beautiful. Thank you, Normani, for this art. 💜

[@mms2640]

She’s stunning

[@jackiemoletsane9650]

We love you, Normani. Always have and always will.

[@classassignment3643]

We love Normani. I hope she loves herself hard. She is worth it and worthy.

[@altonmassson]

Normani has ARRIVED. I can see her and who she is

[@thaakiidty]

This interview… the emotion. So real. So relatable.

[@andressalgado8055]

She is everything ❤️beautiful soul I started cry when she was crying. Bc I hate myself so bad but never told why I haven’t wrote a song since I was kid my dream become singer and songwriter but never believe in me when my dad aka my uncle die I miss him love you Normani I always fifth harmony is my soul thank you and Chloe and Normani are amazing artists stop comparing them they both impressed

[@walaaabkar4470]

I felt every word I really love you Mani and I will always support you

[@eyes9860]

What a gorgeous girl, a stunning beauty inside and out😍💕

[@Bea-dt6bs]

He said it perfectly, the song is timeless fr✨✨

[@quang6398]

Normani is so beautiful😍😍

[@alloftheabove8552]

Normaniiiiiiii don’t make me cryyyy girllll.😢😢😢

[@leightonkennethlong4430]

...It’s her time ❤️ Normani deserves to be heard and we are here to listen 👏🏼❤️

[@TreAzzBad]

I love Normani so much . She made me emotional bc I’ve been watching her journey from the beginning . Also she had to listen to Nicki latest interview bc she gets the gems

[@pkikt.9763]

I love her too much.

[@massamcgill6677]

She is so freaking beautiful and eye catching. We love you Normani and keep being you😍😍😍😍😍😍😍😍

[@FAFash-wo9yg]

Lol @ eye catching... Yes my baby is easy on the eye

[@scroogemcduckrich9705]

SHES HERE!!

[@zaislaya1964]

This was a good interview 🥺🤧💕excited for the album!

[@AllAboutTranashia]

she sounds wonderful 😭🥹

[@lett555]

i wish normani could see herself through my eyes! love you, cant wait for your debut album…i dont care how long i’ll have to wait 🇧🇷🫶🏻

[@Tidanisha194]

Normani gives me life I just can’t stop watching her videos, listening to her songs en watching her live performance. she’s da best have ever seen

[@neenee1160]

I’m so proud of you mani luv yuuu 😭😭

[@lifeisreal11]

Continuous prayers for you Normani. Be true to yourself hon.

[@shay4106]

She is gorgeous!!!

[@abenapokua9637]

Normani I love you

[@alyssacunningham4670]

I love her so much !!! I’m gonna be behind her regardless ❤️‼️

[@nicoladibiase3137]

I’m so proud of her man

[@unini90]

Love this girl. Rooting for her. Oh and this is a great interview.

[@akimyoung8507]

It’s such a spectacular piece. Happy for her❤️

[@amaraturner5764]

Normani spirit is very similar to Michael Jackson very sweet and innocent and neither had a childhood 😞.

[@candacedeans3431]

You did it sis. I know it ain't easy buh you'll get thru it boo. Sorry I'm late... I'm so not at my best buh YOU motivate me. 😥😥😍😍😍❤❤❤❤❤

[@zinhlemaeko6758]

“There’s no arriving. It’s a journey”

[@sdkeepingitreal1005]

I love her spirit 💛 truly humble and amazing!!!!

[@agurbenur3716]

Can't love her more than I already do🖤

[@jerrygreen2473]

Can’t wait for her album this year

[@cj10109]

I love her spirit 💜 can’t wait for her album

[@Bea-dt6bs]

Normani we love you sm💗💗💗

[@BRAND-jy5tx]

She's brilliant 🥰🥰🥰🥰

[@Blazermusic3000]

Great interview 🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥 Keep going Normani🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥