Odyssey with Yendi: Shelly-Ann Fraser Pryce shares from Waterhouse to World Champ, trials to triumph

[@pinkpanta72]

Yendizzle, this was absolutely one of your best interviews to date. Shelly was comfortable in your space, and she made you very comfortable in your space. A very embracing and emotional piece about shelly’s humble beginnings to womanhood. And i can tell that you and her have similar personalities when it comes to just being strong women. Continue the great work; and i would love it if you can get an interview with either Shenseea or Koffee....talk to you later....one love...

[@davidmclean3188]

So true

[@marykaye6727]

Indeed!

[@marilyndacres3777]

@@marykaye6727 AZ,,,,, XOXO kjuuouiixuj

[@angellasmith8288]

💜💜💜😄

[@juliethoward6694]

Very nice interview.

[@stack986]

This lady Shelley Ann Fraser should be recognized as much as Usain Bolt, she is a national treasure. we need her statue if their is not one already. In the center of Halfway Tree rd.Kingston Jamaica.🤗

[@marksopinion]

Agree

[@stack986]

for real

[@trishellwilliams5739]

There is a statue at the National Stadium ☺

[@michelleseymour3063]

No hypeness

[@brothajew703]

Yes! Yes she should 👍🏾🇯🇲

[@jkengineeringarchitecture.]

This is so humbling to hear shell ann speak brought tears to eyes. Shell ann story is relatable to so many Jamaicans .

[@angiemills9134]

Yes sir! And what I like about her, she doesn't mince word telling it like it is

[@coffyskitchen]

I love this channel, really enjoy this interview very inspiring .

[@lenahall7969]

L. .

[@King-qx9lj]

Belly one I tell you ... our hustling mother

[@moureshakennedy9903]

Love love love this!!! ❤️

[@uhuru27]

When Shelly hang it up, she can make a lot of money as a motivational speaker.

[@marciarobinson1030]

Am with you on that we need motivation speakers like her real talk👍

[@sylviaunstoppable8606]

True, she’s super intelligent

[@elainefrancis8042]

Yes she can!!

[@normacampbell550]

Elaine Francis very intelligent... that's one of the things that had me glued.. the mastery of the English language. Love her...

[@normacampbell550]

So articulate, direct, humorous, spiritual. Glad I watched.

[@donnarose-caesar1946]

Your mom sounds like my mama...she worked at any job to put food on her kids table. Thank God for our moms! Big up all hardworking Jamaican mamas.

[@kevonishwilliams425]

Big up to.these two lady from where there were to where they are,so I hope dirty heart people dont bad mind them For what they have and f or who they are today.

[@polawilliamson7782]

O my God I was just loving what I see,it almost bring tears to my eyes

[@_acjohn]

Watching this for the first time after the 200m Final at Tokyo 2021, all I can say is wow. I don't know about the others but what I saw was a woman who gave everything she had, to the very end. Now I have a much better understanding of why. This interview has also touched my life having just recently had a 2nd heart attack, I too have that resilience and tenacity that many call mad... but see when a purpose has taken hold of you, nothing absolutely nothing stops you. Thank you, amidst all the tears I've cried also during this video I am walking away with solid inspiration and I intend to also share it with others... Well done... God bless you all... more abundantly...

[@Dr.JudeAEMasonMD]

You spoke my heart better than I could have. Thank you.

[@margh737]

Selling the slipper story to her teacher for lunch money was a tear jerker.

[@angiemills9134]

Absolutely!!

[@YendiPhillipps1]

Honestly!

[@christophercurtis1163]

Shelllyann U a my Star.We were talking one day in the car one day me a defend U only to hear a lady saa Shelly a me Daughter.Any how big up and keep on going.My Star always Rocket Spracket Shellyyyyy

[@mariannortey7040]

Bwoy shelly tis made me cry , after all these struggling and God took you through it all and people really hate and grudge you not really know what you have been through to be where you are now. But all praises goes up to the Almighty God🙏 love you girl!🤗

[@blairboyd4982]

When I heard her said her mother told her to sell her teacher one pair of the slipper for her lunch money, I walked from downtown parade to Waterhouse near by St,Patrick primary school. Because a group of us young boys down town and bus strikes in the night, and we haveto walked to Waterhouse like nothing in those days.

[@georgianelson1037]

Mi neva like dis interview.....MI LOOOVE IT ....mi cry, mi smile ah mi laugh ❤

[@leroydias5075]

Never saw anyone with a more infectious personality. More strength, more success, much love.

[@tremaine861]

It's always that smile for me. Bless her soul

[@CherineAnderson]

I just love Shelly. A quiet giant. No fluff no hype just real talent and hard work and unwavering faith in God. She lets her work speak. Such and inspiration. Keep going lady. Wonderful interview Yendi. Nuff Respect

[@nashuwareneemiller6501]

I realized that I am watching this video in Aug 2020, from Canada. I was so inspired by what Shelly-Ann had to say. I am presently writing my book on my life journey due to my near-death in the Toronto SARS outbreak as a critical care nurse. I went blind for over ten years and was in a coma for a month. However, with all that I went through, I regained my vision in 2013 and went back to university with a service dog leading the way to get a master degree with honors. This is the kind of resilience that Shelly-Ann has talked about and try to tell others. It is also the very things that I talked about in my chapters....'My Journey into the realm of consciousness: we don't die' The experiences that we go through built resilience and give us the spiritual toughness to meet the next challenge in our lives. It also raises our life force energy to be better for the next life challenge. Shelly-Ann can't want to watch you in 2021. Love, light and kindness from Canada's far north.

[@normacampbell550]

What a testimony. Just watching this interview. Didn't want it to end. Remember when my sister & I cleaned the school. All got the best education.

[@normacampbell550]

Proud of you Renee Miller...

[@homesta75]

As A grown man, I cried throughout this entire interview because I can identify so much with her early struggles. I always admire Shelly's humility and gratitude. She's a stalwart, a positive role model and true Jamaican patriot. Thank You Yendi.

[@normacampbell550]

Amen!

[@georgiad1855]

Yesss!!

[@arlenedean8079]

Me 2

[@ARIZJOE]

A beautiful girl with a beautiful soul.

[@chevellehymans6150]

Shelly ann stay strong you are inspirational to many young lady

[@melissabrown2852]

I always admired her mom's hustling to be honest. She use to see me in hwt while she selling and just because I was in the Wolmers uniform she check on me and always a talk bout her Shelly. My mommy admired her for that too.

[@Acemadda]

I like the way Yendi do her interview she allow the person to feel free to talk without all the questions, keep going girl bless up

[@YendiPhillipps1]

Thank you!😊🙏🏽

[@kevintaybron1191]

Who can dislike this sweetheart? She is so genuine and passionate! So full of life and love! This video has brought me to a place of loving her even the more now! Before it was just her smile after she won a race, but now it's her total package. I admire her...

[@kevazzmusic5332]

Words cannot express how much I have genuine love for this young woman! SHELLY! You are UNBELIEVABLE!

[@MastaRecka]

Shelly's struggle is most of us struggle, proud of my fellow Waterhouse/Jamaican. She inspired many of us not to give up, hard work, and working smart is key to success.

[@khismums]

I was Shelly’s classmate from first form to third form at Wolmers Girls. Her mom is a true go getter. Shelly deserve every accomplishments, I’m super happy for her and I’m proud to have share those moments and from struggles to achievements 💐well deserved 💗

[@irvinetustin]

I love listening to them speak with their Jamaican accents :-)

[@dormainebogle3050]

I totally loved this interview because it was not just really amusing but Shelly was really inspiring. There was a lot to take from her responses. I loved how relaxed & comfortable she was in her space. Kudos to both of u. Keep doing what you are doing Yendi

[@phumlanizondi6516]

Same

[@georgiagrossett-dale2089]

I love this interview-reminded me of Phil 4 vs 13 “ I can do all things through Christ who strengthens me.” I can relate-I went to St Hugh’s , I sold Gizzada & Drops at school to get lunch money; made suck suck in the evening to have bus fare! Had a strong mom holding down the household-when my dad was not working during my years in high school-sewing, baking, going to market at 4am to buy produce for our shop. This is truly our Jamaican story of strength and will power to achieve in life- #skyisthelimit! & Shelly, my family is always cheering you on-keep achieving & accomplishing great things!

[@jodyannsimpson3651]

Wow I cry laugh smile this was great interview you 2 ladies are phenomenal Can relate to shellyann alot I have a son has well and I always say my mother never told me she love me so tell my son every day my biggest blessings and its same I aim to raise him 😍😍

[@thefoxaay]

#swan #Fidelitas

[@Lyddyfyddy]

I sold tiki tiki 😂

[@caroldeleon172]

Bless

[@normacampbell550]

Carol Deleon OMG! Life life life... Our story... my mother cooked at the canteen... we also cleaned the school. All went to high school.

[@kayannwilliams9471]

Shelly said she wanted to run 10, 6 and look at God work in shelly favor. This woman speak it into existence. God bless you shell I am proud of you❤

[@charitymutwale7438]

The best interview ever..I'm from Zambia and I love Jamaicans especially Shelly..Usain..Veronica Campbell..Blake..Koffee..I love Shelley and her personality..and now I'm on love with the interviewer..I didn't know Shelly was this funny..she's so crazy 😂😂..wow 😢😢😢😢 mixes emotions..well done to the interviewer for this...I love you both..#Yendi #Shelly

[@chezsante]

Shelly Ann's is a testament to the fact that life is a journey and that nothing is impossible. She is a breath of fresh air and I am amazed at the level of her spiritual development at her age. Wishing you much continued success.!!

[@pablop5145]

I thoroughly enjoyed this interview. Sometimes people only see the glory but never know the story. Another great one ♥️

[@andrecampbell9106]

Shelly is a genuine person, she got to be her true self and display her sense of humour

[@natronmeans6264]

Bwoy Yendi mek everybody feel like the best thing ever since Slice Bread doe.. Nice Interviewing Style..

[@tammyg7977]

Just saw this interview and as Shelly said....she inspired me! It was absolutely refreshing, comical, and INSPIRING...love it!!

[@honeygirl3666]

I'VE NEVER SEEN AN INTERVIEW LIKE THIS BEFORE...IT WAS SO COMFORTABLE WATCHING THEM CHAT...THEY HAD ME LAUGHING...SHELL ANN WAS SO DOWN TO EARTH...LOVED IT!!!...REAL JAMAICAN GIRL MORE BLESSING TO YOU AND YOUR FAMILY...07/20/2020...3:56pm...HAPPY MONDAY...PEACE.

[@normacampbell550]

A true man. Yes that's the truth. It sweet bad..♥️♥️♥️♥️♥️♥️

[@dashtonsmith]

I enjoyed this interview from start to finish. There are few who have the interviewing skill that you possess Yendi and Shelly's storytelling and philosophical musings always serve to inspire. So proud to see these beautiful women inside and out illustrating with such potency sisterhood and Jamaican intellect.

[@YendiPhillipps1]

Thank you!!😊🙏🏽

[@eleanorthompson425]

Love this interview. Well done. However, would have love to hear about who gave her, her scholarship in High School.??

[@phillippathompson2818]

This was such a valuable 52mins of my time! Another amazing interview, didn't know she was so funny, love Shelly on and off the track.

[@sandrac6737]

This is your best interview up to date! Shelly Ann Frazier, is strong, passionate and kick ass! Such an inspirational and heart warming interview! She is intelligent, funny and down to earth! Your best interview, ever! A true iconic Jamaican!❤️🇯🇲🇯🇲

[@Jhenz2022]

Her mom has an amazing soul she left some very good nugets of knowledge in our few interaction.

[@chaneciaallen9886]

You’re honestly one of the best interviewers I’ve ever watched. You’re authenticity reigns throughout all your conversations and it’s a beautiful thing to witness

[@sophia4christ]

I enjoyed this lovely interview. Quite inspirational. Shelly Ann Fraser-Pryce is my favorite track-and-field athlete. She is down to earth, loves and serves her old community, and she has lived a clean and upstanding life. Very few of our Jamaican athletes can compare to her. God blessed woman. May Jesus Christ continue to bless and keep her, and her family in all that they do.

[@AnnettepSalmon]

Shelly Ann is one if the "realest", most authentic people I know of. Thank you for sharing the lows and highs of your life so candidly. Nuff love and continued blessings‼🔥

[@aleciajohnson2329]

Two of my favourite ladies I am truly inspired by this Shelly-ann Thank you Wendy ❤❤❤🇯🇲🇯🇲💯💯👇

[@yvonnemaragh]

This is one of my favourite interviews because Shelly is so open in it and it's almost like I am seeing her for the first time. There are so many layers to her. Yendi, you did great in making her feel so comfortable and giving her this space to open up. I just feel like hugging her when she said her precious baby broke the shell around her. I also loved the 'natural' makeup on you both. Gorgeous 🤗❤❤

[@normacampbell550]

True...♥️♥️♥️♥️♥️

[@jlcollis9353]

Shelly-Ann, you are a great teacher. When u retire, continue to teach! You are an amazing person. May you continue to have a beautiful marriage and family. I enjoyed every bit of this interview and my takeaway is "only I can write the words of my story". I love ❤️ it. Blessings to u Yendi🙏🏽

[@Shaycey78]

I've always loved Mrs FRASER-PRASER as an athlete but this interview made me love love her even more. She's an hard-working woman with a good spirit. So proud of her !!! 💖🇯🇲

[@sheilagrey684]

u go shelly i love u u so much ur a darling pls dont change ur so humble god bless

[@DaenexTheReporter]

Best ting pon youchube in da history of youchube......Awoah. Nuff love Yendi...

[@mariarosariamele3850]

I am Italian and i love Jamaica❤land of sprinters and dreamers. Two amazing ladies🥰 another brilliant interview, very inspiring!!

[@edwardsewell8366]

Maria Rosaria. The interviewer is Yendi Phillips she entered miss universe 2010. check it out on you tube.

[@mariarosariamele3850]

@@edwardsewell8366 ciao, i know everything ....i admire Yendi❤ she is unquestionably one of the most beautiful Jamaican women we have ever seen. She is a gift to Jamaica.

[@andrenawallace9003]

Yendi is such a big crocus bag a awesomeness!! This is my favorite interview yet!!! Keep them coming yendi!

[@YendiPhillipps1]

Thank you!!!🙌🏽🙌🏽🙏🏽🙏🏽

[@jondo1631]

Shelly-Ann it is like you are speaking to me. I am now 50, and I have to start all over. Thank you for the encouragement.

[@markharriot6850]

She is just so loveable. Inspirational is an overused word, but not in this case. Her journey is amazing and she’s a credit to herself, family and country, up there with Bolt in terms of what she’s achieved - and how cute is it that her feet don’t reach the ground #PocketRocket 🖤💛💚

[@kthompson923]

I just love this lady's personality and her level of commitment. One of the best role models for Caribbean athletes, female athletes and women in general. God bless you Shelly-Ann!!!!

[@hectorlincoln]

As much as I have enjoyed your previous shows, this one is 🥇 What an incredibly wonderful, inspiring, open, candid, aware, powerful, beautiful, charismatic & charming person. Shelly-Ann Fraser Pryce is the real deal, a national treasure 🇯🇲🇯🇲🇯🇲🇯🇲🇯🇲❤️❤️Bigup🙌🏽🙌🏽🙌🏽

[@YendiPhillipps1]

🙌🏽🙌🏽🙌🏽😊😊😊🙏🏽🙏🏽🙏🏽

[@rudolphfrancis4163]

Great interview. Women should be more recognized and celebrated in Jamaica, stay strong ladies n keep up the outstanding works.

[@simplyash1911]

Such a good interview. I love how Yendi encourages speaking with the Jamaican accent and nah put on no show. It just seems like a conversation in-between the two but it just happens to be recorded. I love the concept

[@MichaelAlexander1967]

The Jaimacan dielect and accent is so expressive, and Shelly gives a great interview here describing her humble upbringing. Both ladies are very good communicators. The Jamaican accent is very interesting to me. I'm so grateful to have the opportunity to here her champion's story. Many thanks to this young woman for gracing the world stage with her talents, her gifts and her time. Congratulations on all your victories! God is so good. 😊

[@gennisparry4352]

Well God gave diversity in language and tongues and dialects. Hence people speak differently all over the world in every nation.

[@alexanderblake3569]

Love it on the women. It's pretty. They use their whole face to say the words.

[@tericaclark4871]

Oh I love hearing them speak when they get mad❤️❤️❤️🤣🤣🤣

[@Natasha76234]

Mixture of emotions, laughing, teary eyed, happy. Beautiful personality & interview

[@scarpiongirl6172]

I love how she speak with sooo much passion, she gave me goosebumps when she spoke about meeting Paul Francis

[@janine_alecia]

"Tune into your inner self" "Noone puts the full stop or comma but you" "There is nothing wrong with starting over" Gems, Gems, Gems!! My favourite interview to date!! ♥️♥️♥️ Lots of Love to you both!

[@mcevensbien-aime4558]

that interview is really one of the most inspirational that I have watched. It's really a must-see! Good Job Yendi Philipps

[@normacampbell550]

True. One of my most loved ☝️.

[@arnoldadighibe9069]

Good interview. A great insight into her personality. She is strong physically and mentally with a nice personality also. Much respect to her for the hard work. Thx to her Mom for the example set for her. Appreciate her story. Thx.

[@jermainegreen1456]

Yendi. This was a brilliantly executed interview! It appeared in my feed as a recommended video, I was at first reluctant to watch as it was almost an hour long but I am glad I did! Shelly is absolutely inspiring and a beautiful spirit! Well done!

[@denisehopkins4885]

She should write a book. She is an inspiration. Amazing. Strength in adversity. Wow! Tear Jerking moment. I am so proud of her. Seriously if she hasn't done so she should write a book!

[@karlrayson5838]

I truly enjoyed this interview with Shelly-Ann Frazer Pryce, she's a true gem that's is humbled and full of nothing but love and compassion.... Watching her interview was such a true blessings and I really admire her, her drive and determination is what propelled her and her strong faith in God and people like shelly will always make it because nothing beats an individual that is humble and believe in christ....

[@ejae4821]

As a Wolmerian, girl always proud a you..can relate to the lack a lunch money story and hard work of mothers. God bless always

[@Mo-ft9dl]

In life is doesn’t matter where you come from, it is where you end up. She is an example for others to use as an inspiration to look to the future and see that anything is possible through hard word and self belief. Shelly your are an example and inspiration to so many, continue to be yourself as you make your journey through history. God’s blessings to you and family.

[@haleyclarke1332]

"The human spirit is stronger than we think" #Amen🙌

[@lexie8516]

I bought those prestige donuts and sweets back then. I've never been happier to see someone succeed

[@positivybz2602]

Big up yourself, you're a part of her history!👏🏽✨

[@jodee5547]

The struggles are real. My mother use to plant okra/plantain. For a time all we, ate were okra boiled in salt water. I hated it. Even one day I didn't get any lunch money and my mother rode to the school on a bicycle with a container full of June plums for my lunch. She always says it's what I learn and not the money I got. I pray I become successful in time to bless her.

[@lorrainestephenson5835]

Jo Dee, Your prayer just went up.. God will richly bless you, embrace her and let her know how much she's appreciated.. Your mother make sure she gives you her best, all of that will prepare you for your better tomorrow's for growth and strength...

[@roseabasi9190]

Jo Dee little do you know okra is good for the immune system and I know your immune system is good.

[@shawnwaldron2740]

Lol...i laugh because my best friend(who is like my sister) was talking abt our struggles growing up and we laughed so hard at them...one ate mangoes fi breakfast lunch amd dinner fi almost the entire mango season lol. One day u will look back and laugh at this and also appreciate it for many different reasons. Mi love orka so till mi wouldda nyaam it every day.

[@ellalynblake2044]

Shelly, I love you. Keep the faith and keep on keeping on.

[@torturagyrl]

Wow mommy still made sure you had something to eat. God bless her!

[@cass7358]

I feel like i met Shelly in this video. Every Jamaican know about her but this time I got to know her. Looking forward to the documentary. She is truly an inspiration.

[@montybaker2027]

Congrats on your 10.6 TODAY...you are the best !!!!!!!!! SO MUCH POWER BIG LOVE !!!@shellyannfraser

[@Dr.JudeAEMasonMD]

She’s such a silent giant on the track that to see her here is refreshing, she’s so tiny, with so much depth and softness.

[@caroleeasy97]

This is the best interview that I have ever watched. It was relatable,authentic and fun. Shelly-Ann you are the epitome of a strong woman. Yendi, your questions were relevant and it made the interview interesting. Keep up the good work girl!

[@Lava_splash]

Yendi, I too feel touched by her story. I am just a few minutes in and Jah knows this has inspired me to keep holding on. Thank you both.

[@paula-kayeramsay5194]

Mi like this interview very much. I laughed, I cried and was motivated.

[@nyamminzfoodiecorner6535]

Indeed you got the 10.6! Such an inspiring woman😍

[@stephenfoster99]

Ladies you’re just so inspiring and hilarious to watch and i as a man felt like i was in a space hanging with you both, this interview was fun to watch bless up yourselves.

[@saunjaebrown2025]

She is the true definition of hard work paying off. THANKS again Yendi and big up pocket rocket.

[@keishahaynes3273]

Two absolutely beautiful women. This is the best interview on Yendi show hands down. It is so inspiring and encouraging!

[@YendiPhillipps1]

🙌🏽🙌🏽🙌🏽🙌🏽🙏🏽🙏🏽🙏🏽🙏🏽

[@sanchamcpherson7581]

Shelly I have always admired your faith in Christ. Don't ever lose that with Him by your side you can achieve anything you want.

[@fg6753]

First I'm seeing someone else with my aunt's name Sancha

[@nacculatevassell8138]

Amen

[@sanchamcpherson7581]

@@fg6753 really! I always thought I was the one and only in the world🙂. It is a very nice name though. I absolutely love it

[@charlinegraham6348]

Dear Yendi, Your interviews are “value adding”, empowering! May God bless you abundantly

[@MichaelSomewhere]

Hi Yendi! I am from the Philippines and just saw this video. I honestly did not know anything about Shelly-Ann Fraser Pryce until the recent Olympics. I became a fan right away. I just saw her running on a video and felt so drawn to her by feeling her positive energy without her even saying anything. You highlighted the power of her eyes and energy in this video, which I got goosebumps after hearing. Because you are right! Sending you love and light!

[@karleinegraham446]

Michael Rey: Thank you for your kind words about our Jamaican ladies (athlete & interviewer) Congratulations on the 🇵🇭 PHILIPPINES winning FIRST GOLD MEDAL IN WOMEN WEIGHTLIFTING. At Mass, Our priest spoke about her faith, perseverance and strength in victory. I join the Philippines in celebrating this great lady who has set a great example for all. Love & Respect From 🇯🇲 Jamaican living in the 🇺🇸 USA.

[@angelamedley5824]

My soul needed this laughter today. Another enjoyable interview 👌👍

[@ethanhunt7831]

2 beautiful Jamaican ladies inside and outside..... my family and I were delightfully "stuck" in Jamaica for almost 4 months and I must say I met numerous awesome women like you ladies.

[@dwayneplummer12]

How were you stuck there?

[@srb980]

Great interview Yendi👌🏾 I love Shelly Ann’s story. She’s amazing and awe inspiring to anyone male/female, young/old. We in the US loves this woman. May God continue to shine pon her and thru her.

[@mianaomipost9885]

It’s the accent and humility for me! 💜💜 I love some Shelly Ann! Glad YT suggested this interview for me! 🇯🇲🇺🇸

[@chanceynstewart2876]

Just come in from church.... and watching two of my favorite ladies... great interview. ... GOD bless you shelly... keep up the good work yendi....

[@shellywilks883]

" girl no badda wid di bawlin man" love it👍. Shelly is just keep it real, but I can relate to how it touched you Yendi, bless you😊

[@shellybeeful]

This is so humble to hear shelly, she makes me cry, am so proud of her.

[@Thepearlsandperils]

Such a great interview, Yendi you are such a great interviewer I've literally loved all of the interviews I've watched you do so far.

[@rosettapeart9250]

Beautiful interviews

[@1flyjcLIB1drone]

Thank you Shelly-Ann for the inspiration. I am a 73 man who became a masters sprinter in 2009. In 2011 in ran a pb of 13.96s in the 100m. I am on a quest to beat that time. Regardless of the age and two auto accidents in 2018, I am going for it. That smile of yours and your happy personality is what makes you my favorite female sprinter. Keep it up.

[@nikki101]

She deserves every ounce of success that she has achieved over the years, Go Shelley 💞🚴‍♀️🇯🇲🏋️‍♀️

[@keishabeckford9271]

Two of Jamaica's sweet heart. Shelly is full of so much wisdom. I am truly inspired. Love every minute of these interviews Yendi.

[@coleenclemetson5644]

Yendi-An excellent interview, Shelly is so real,so wise.

[@stephenstephen8660]

My daughter met Shelly Ann and took a picture with her about 7 years ago and absolutely loved her. Seeing and hearing her in this interview I can really understand why. Such a positive and inspiring personality!

[@jeffreydonovan502]

The young lady gave a powerful interview. Growing up economically challenged in a one room house, and with very little to eat, many of us in that situation felt inferior, and we probably had a low self-esteem. Especially, as the young lady said in the interview, having to be around youths who lived in large houses, and wore nicer clothes. And at school, those youths would be able to buy more and better snacks, and buy better lunches. For example, some of us poor students would buy bread and avacado, or bread and red butter, while the better-off students would buy bread and cheese, or bread, ham and cheese, or bread and sausage. But those challenging times made some of us more ambitious. The hard life made some of us battlefield tough that lead us to overcome obstacles and become successful, we took roadblocks, and made them building blocks. I have a friend who grow up priviledged; lived in a large house, had plenty to eat, drink and wear, but now that we are grown, and all of the older people in his family who kept him on that level have died, the house has deteriorated, and it is some of us poor kids, who are now adults and financially stable, that are helping him with food and other supplies. So young lady, stay strong, and keep climping. Maximum Blessings.

[@ssmithsmith7081]

Our God is God above all situations, nothing is impossible when you trust in Him. I am so proud of you girl. It's not where you're from that defines you but it where you trust and allow Father God to bring you and while you're there you look back with gratitude always and giving Him the thanks He deserves always with grateful hearts.

[@stoddartmorris8185]

Big up your self Shelly you are one in a million

[@popstorygimme4195]

What a refreshingly candid and inspiring interview! The lessons that a child learns in the early stages of development are such integral building blocks to his/ her future. Congrats on all your achievements, our very own Pocket Rocket! May God continue to guide your path.🙏🏾

[@millicentjones9464]

Bless you Shelly. So inspiring

[@delonthomas5049]

Cherish this moment 🇯🇲from slums to millions we all got glitter inside just let it shine I admire this woman so much luv from.grenada🇬🇩🇯🇲🇬🇩🇯🇲

[@CossandraCastle]

New found respect and love for Shelly-Ann. I cried a few times watching this.

[@kasiskorner6021]

There is so much we can learn from the struggles our parents went through. The way the used simple things to earn or provide for us. Thanks for this interview as there are a lot of things I can identify with.

[@danisounique2802]

I am so inspired and motivated by Shelly's story, It is a testament to what we can accomplish as Jamaicans we are extremely talented. Thank you Yendi for using your Platform to highlight these incredible Jamaicans

[@karlrayson5838]

Well said... Two beautiful gems

[@millib412]

Shelly would do real well as a motivational speaker...

[@donnarose-caesar1946]

Love Shelly-Ann's authenticity. She nuh put on and a gwaan like. Yendi this is a very refreshing interview. Thanks. I will be following your interviews in the future.

[@MindlessCrafting]

Such a great interview! Thanks so much for sharing❤

[@mauricewilliams4162]

Shelly can beidentify with all down to earth Jamaican. Feel good for girl. Me love real love your attitude

[@MsDamoya]

She made me cry

[@samueltullis806]

I Love How Shelly Ann Remembers The Rough Times And Going Through It, To Be Thankful For All She Has Accomplished!

[@samueltullis806]

@@mauricewilliams4162 Yes Sir! Now This Is A Real, Talk Interview; Not The Garbage That Other "Reality TV People" Engage In! Thanks!

[@rushawnmarshall930]

This brought tears to my eyes when you mentioned you took the slippers to school to sell your teacher in order to get lunch money

[@brendaallen5521]

That part brought tears to my eyes too.

[@daliahsw1847]

Am here bawlin like someone just died .

[@andreamiller135]

Mash up

[@cherylb10302]

This was an awesome interview. I had tears in my eyes a few times. I honestly think most jamaican can relate to the fact of not being told I love you. I have never heard those 3 words growing up as a child. I had to break the cycle with my children. I made it a point to tell them I love them. We embrace each other everyday. I love Shelly. She seem so grounded and real. My first time here to Your channel, and I hit the subscribe button. I love your content, and will continue to support. Job well done ladies.

[@deangrey1165]

Wow I needed this. Real motivational from nothing to something. The road to success is not painted in gold. But through hard work, consistency and dedication Shelly you show us we can make it happen. One love sis and big up Yendi. Really humble Mrs Shelly.

[@samanthaparchment3922]

That's the best interview I have watched on your program Yendi. She ran 10.6 and she's a comedian for real. Words are indeed powerful, she actualized her dreams. I am very proud of Shelly Ann.

[@douglasbennett9044]

Wow, Shelly’s story touched me so much! Hard work surely will always pay off!