Season 6: SS11 - Vivienne ‘Tanya’ Stephenson - No Holds Barred

Vivienne Tanya Stephenson, though small in stature, stands tall, despite the ‘lifequakes’ that could have made her crumble.
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[@karjaedwards3845]

Vivienne is one of the brightest minds that Jamaican entertainment has ever seen.

[@gemvi997]

BRIGHTEST!!!!

[@Ishka-do6lg]

True dat!

[@gladheartful]

Tanya, yes, you are misunderstood for years but you are great and a warrior in your own right. Thanks for doing this interview ...love you.

[@shanesamantha3651]

Love this lady so much ,she sing nothing but raw truth

[@lavernesummers859]

Sim, thank you for interviewing Tanya Stephens. She is indeed a phenomenal woman.

[@raeleneg4280]

Listening to Tanya makes me realize how blessed I was as a young lady to have my brothers constantly watching out for me. When I think back, I am certain that they saved me from a lot of predators.

[@davisonminott1658]

Listening to this breaks my heart because I got rape at 13 by my cousin who was in his 20 I am 37 years old now and it still hurts me,sometimes I feel like killing myself because no one understand,it just never go away.I was so afraid of man up to this day I am still afraid 💔 I grow up on your music Tanya they help me alot.i am so proud of you and I pray God will continue to give you the strength to speak and empower woman through your music who are hurting God bless you Sim for this platform.

[@peacheslee1581]

I am sorry that happened to you. Your life is worth so much more than that experience. You were the victim and were powerless against what happened. Now use it to be an advocate and you will find the strength to overcome

[@DrDianeThompson]

@Davidson Minott, I'm so sorry someone violated and hurt you. Please consider getting therapy. Sometimes we as Caribbean people brush off things that cause deep hurt so you don't get the support you needed. And things like therapy are frowned upon. You cant change what happened to you, but you can change your response to it and prevent it from continuing the violation even years later. Please find a good therapist to help you work through this. Again I'm sorry you had that experience and I wish you well.

[@davisonminott1658]

@@DrDianeThompson I already tried that and it don't work thanks though.

[@kishaagard4253]

@@davisonminott1658 I had the same experience and feel the same. I am 37, keep praying.

[@DrDianeThompson]

@@davisonminott1658 Glad you tried, so sorry it didn't work. Sometimes that particular therapist or the type of therapy (eg individual vs support group) wasn't a good fit or the timing based on where you were mentally wasn't right. Either way, don't stop looking at solutions as I would love for you to not hurt as much. Blessings.

[@teet2649]

It's nice to see Tanya shed a few tears on camera. She tends to come off as someone who just had to be strong on her own and or all or life. *To me, Tanya is the Lauryn Hill of Jamaica. BRILLIANT lyricist*‼️

[@staceyannwhite8696]

My favorite artist of all times ....so educated .... unfiltered ...just a natural treasure

[@totalwomanja9105]

Excellent interview. I salute this lady Tanya Stephenson for sharing her story. She’s such a beautiful lady, full of love. This story of rape is so common in our culture, it’s sickening! I have to be teaching my niece about boundaries since age 3! Now she’s 8 years old and I’m wondering when is a good time to talk about rape and sex, before someone else does! More power to you Tanya. Thank you for standing up against sexual violence! It’s so rampant in our culture and people want to be hush hush about it. I’d listen to this interview over and over, for it resonates with me. Love only.

[@sophiachue]

One of my top artist. Love her to life.

[@shanda360]

Love how u put this 👌🏾

[@queenshero1911]

My artiste dis enuh!!!!! I have so much admiration for Tanya, words fail me! ❤️❤️❤️

[@shawmetbrown707]

I loved this interview. Tanya is so truly misunderstood. I love her and hugging what she stands for. She is truly a wonderful person. Good job SIM getting her on your show.

[@moe4033]

First I want to say thank you Aunty Sim Sim and team for this show. It’s truly a gem 💎 and speaking of gems, thank you for answering my prayers and getting her on. I felt like I needed to hear her story and after hearing, I feel even closer to her cause all my life I’ve been misunderstood. I’ve been told I’m aggressive, this and that. People had a lot of negative and nasty things to say about me and/or wish for me even to this day because of that my parents were extremely overprotective and now a newlywed, my husband is as well. It’s true when they say “be careful what you wish for people’s children or it will happen to yours.” Just like Tanya, I didn’t like authority. 😅 Always been a rebel. Thanks to my father for introducing me to her music. When listening, I could always relate to them. From prep school til now, I’ve been a fan of Tanya’s voice and lyrics and she hook me even more wid “Some Kind a MADNESS”. It’s now my new fav album weh live pon replay EVERYYYYDAY with Not Today, Fifty, Serendity, Reset, and Feels like Love as the most played. While writing this comment, Not Today play bout 10 time already. 😂😂 Always wished to hear her powerful voice along with some other powerful voices like Etana, Queen Ifrica, etc. Thank you to another one of my life savers. If nuhbaddy nuh give yuh your crown yet, mi a give it to yuh now. 👑👑👑👑👑👑👑👑👑👑👑 NUFF LOVE TO YOU QUEEN!! Even tho yuh nuh need it fi validate yuh unmatched talent, SOME KIND A MADNESS FI DI GRAMMY & MI NAH ASK CHRIST. 🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥💎💎💎

[@gavinmorgan7922]

Watched this mainly to see her reaction to the messages, and she cried. Lady Tanya, i love you always appreciate you for you.

[@shannawolfe5168]

I love it! This was too short. Beautiful soul.

[@berydale]

Oh wow! Tanya has Mia Motley on her list of respectful people in her corner. That speaks volumes. 🙌🏾

[@nordiahenrydunbar]

This was epic. I have always loved Tanya. I remember my husband telling her that about 15 years ago, and she gave him a lip gloss for me. Real general Tanya. You are phenomenal!!!

[@marmiller5560]

Tanya a mi favorite female artist she no put mouth a ground on talk her song dem a real life story mi no known why she no get no Grammy yet Jah guide an bless T🙏🏿💯🥰🔥

[@deneisefrancis3239]

Tanya, you are my favorite lyricist, I love you, your music, your spirit. Thank you for your advocacy.🙏🏾🙏🏾🇯🇲

[@candiceashmeade4993]

I love Fridays not only because it's the start of the weekend but I get to view Sim Soul Sessions. Mi nuh ready for dis yet! Tanya love your music and now getting the opportunity to hear your story. I am sorry to hear your story, chills experienced. I am happy you share so we can learn from the experience. As a mom of girls - very few places I will leave my girls with. Our society need to change - going back to being our brother's keeper. Make space for safe open conversations. Sim and team , thank you.

[@harrisbrownnurses]

TANYA STEPHENS...THE GREATEST ARTISTE JAMAICA EVER SEEN. I LOVE THIS WOMAN FOR REAL.. SPEAK THE TRUTH NO MATTER WHO OR WHAT....

[@AfiaTee]

I dont normally comment but this episode got me. Love you Tanya! Great job Sim!

[@sheroder5149]

No wonder I have always LOVED TANYA! She is such a beautiful SOUL. I've been listening to her from in my teens and I am now in my thirty's. Love

[@loiscampbell7577]

Wow, I can so relate. I grew up without tv so I’d go to the neighbor’s house on the weekends to watch ring ding etc. But for the most part, reading was my favorite past time. I read everything that I laid my eyes on.

[@natrichalevymcfarlane9880]

Always has been and forever will be my favourite artiste. I love how you speak your truth regardless of any pushback. A lot of what you say is what we are thinking or would all love to say but are not brave enough to. Keep doing you and many blessings to you.

[@jenniferdwyer3366]

My favourite female Artist. Big Up Tanya Stephens! Great interview. Brought tears to my eyes too. Mi know bout the Fisherman's Regatta at Pagee, Port Maria. Brought back memories of Summer holidays. My parents allowed me to go with my brothers. It's A Pity, Boom Wuk, Wish Yu Wudda Treat Mu Like Yu G...k! Some of my favourite tunes which I turn to when feeling rebellious. Continue doing what yu doing! Love you and Thanks Simone.

[@shellanderson8381]

Thanks for Sharing your story Tanya. Big up yourself. Blessings 🙏🙏

[@kimoye125]

My all time favorite artist in all genre. I believe she is a really great person with the little I know and beyond great with her art. LOVE YOU TANYA!

[@angiemorsby8429]

One more thing, that break ground not really ground breaking comment "maaawd". Lyrics fi years, it's a joy to 👂 listen to you, interviews, social media and of course musically.🙏🏽💝

[@eloncodner3705]

I love how real this woman is. Bless up Tanya

[@renaerenaeministrypage9972]

I like how comfortable Tanya was with you...makes me smile. This was great. Never ever judge a book by it's cover and always try to find out what makes a person tick. Sim...keep doing what you do

[@stephy9356]

Amazing story I remember I have a friend from primary right thru to high school to today every day I share my lunch with her and I never look down on her as if I was better than her .she respect that teach our kids to be thoughtful to others

[@blessedqueen2627]

Ive never really understood tanya but so have many people misunderstood me as well so who am I to judge. Great woman she has been through a lot hence the tough exterior I dont wrong her we have to protect ourself. I have learned though that in Jamaica whatever you tell someone they do the same thing to you so I have learned to keep my problems to myself and pray to the almighty God about them. Stay strong queen.

[@damionbyfield]

Tanya you're my favorite Jamaican artitst.you and Berris can do no wrong.

[@sherriaris]

Thanks for your sessions Simone.

[@leotagvassell.7695]

Your story is currently helping others continue to speak out and advocate for hurting men and women. Lovely Story many more women are going through what you have been through. Keep speaking out....

[@carollynch4710]

Really enjoyed this interview it gave me goose pimples. Tanya is one real roots girl, great lyricist,straightforward person who is not afraid to speak her mind. Never knew you had gone through so much trauma girl, but you are a survivor…Only the strong survive, weak fall by the way. Continue to represent. Simone your program is the best.

[@Nateikaable]

Liked before I listened. Tanya has no competition. Thank you Tanya.

[@Vivieneramsay]

Kudos to you Simone for this platform. These stories touch our hearts and give many of us the courage to speak up and to know that we are not alone. Looking forward to the new season.

[@FrozenRemix1]

I am in love with this woman’s mind!! Her genius and artistry in music goes without saying. However, following this woman on social media and hearing her speak on non-musical topics is truly refreshing.

[@venessayates475]

BEST EPSIODE SO FAR..LOVE U TANYA

[@lesawillie2345]

Tanya is my favorite artist of all times to the point that my children now in their twenties can recite all of her songs because I played her CD on every road trip which was often. I love you! You are truly Mrs. Understood. I loved this interview

[@IVY87699]

One of my best female artists tell your truth so much of this is still going on today and the sad thing about it is no one here to hear your cry no one believes you and there’s no help to get you through the trauma that brought up on you I wonder why so many of our Jamaicans are the way they are we are traumatize so much trauma woman men boys and girls when will this evil stop in our society with our home or abroad is happening everywhere every minute every second🖤🖤🖤

[@mertellatait9050]

Yeah I really love Tanya, heri intelligence, her tone, her views, her craft etc🌹,

[@theapalmer885]

LOVE YOU Tanya!! RIP Ms.Spence!! Continue to be the voice for the unspoken.

[@happyphillylove8759]

Tears washes my face during good vibes. Blessings always, Tanya .. It was an extraordinary interview, safe space it is! 🙏 🖤💛💚

[@diamondwata]

Tanya am so proud of you, neva forget meeting you in Don One Studio, and just vibes and so authentic much love and success towards your new album 🙏🏾💐❤ continuing blessing throughout

[@loiscampbell7577]

It was the patty and coco bread for me. In high sch, patty and coco bread were a treat for me. You are so correct Tanya, high sch was brutal!! It was a case of the haves and the have nots.

[@Luxuryweddingsbysaberina]

This made me cry, this was a great interview ❤

[@PrincessMcgibbon]

Speak the truth and speak it ever, cost it what it will, he who hides the wrong he did, does the wrong thing still.Nuff respect Tanya!!!!

[@antanettyboo4390]

💥Tanya I've always seen you as a very knowledgeable,outspoken ,admirable smart,superbly talented PHENOMENAL WOMAN💫..I appreciate you.💖💯

[@quidi-annking5653]

Tanya you’ve inspired me beyond words. I am happy I get to share this world, the same time as you❤️

[@shurlawilliams3421]

Awwww! One of my favourite female Ja artist. 👏🏾👏🏾👏🏾

[@faith4270]

Sim you did it again. Love you Sim. NUFF, NUFF BLESSINGS

[@globalsisterzmediax7348]

Gratitude and Appreciation for the innerGY inSIGHTS and Convo with the incomparable REBELutionary soulFIYAH, REBELutionary Artist; V. Tanya Stephens👊🏾🎙️✍🏾 In addition, fullPOWER SALUTE on the opening check-in with "Muma" Shaneel on her present jOURneys Collective Security For Surety ✊🏾 Will definitely share this episode with our Global Sisterz collective.. MeZa Ya Pamoja SIM CommUNITY ForwardPROGRESS 🧭 JAH LIVITY & Abundance 💚💛❤️🌐🇯🇲🌐❤️🖤💚

[@thebealemeredithfamily1456]

I so love this episode. Thanks Tanya and Sim

[@mertellatait9050]

Sometimes God separates us to preserve our voice and purpose. We think we are an outsider and misunderstood but there is a reason it's like that. There is greatness in you

[@patriciamharris5664]

Respect!! Very well done. Bless up Tanya. You are loved and respected.👍 💃💃 ❤💛💚

[@KDvybezmiami]

Really enjoyed how transparent Artist Tanya was & always keeps it Real❤

[@dezziedear8662]

I am so proud of Tanya, great interview, thanks Simone.

[@sivadmik]

Good interview. Talented artists. Love you Tanya. I've seen a diff side to u tonight. Your story brought me to tears and I'm glad ur healing.

[@khadineevita]

St Mary stand up 🏆 St Mary High School #faith&courage to di world. Big up Tanya, maximum respect❤

[@viablue2958]

I love your music so much Tanya Stevens. You are so respected and I await the day to meet you. I cried and smiled throughout this episode. O e of your best ones Sim... I love you too... 😘😘😘😘😘😘

[@KINGDOMDAUGHTER]

How she saying a breeze grow her. Some deeper and deep ROOTED issues needs to be addressed. For no matter the raising up dynamics, it could've been worse and many mothers dash wey, give away, sell, and or abort their babies and no qualms to what is due to circumstances Yet still, I do understand her tell tale as well as her journey growing up that which many can relate to. Plus the trauma that which trickled down from childhood to adulthood God bless us all and heal our heart and mind to be fruitful in all our existence in God's Hands and Will we belong Love you all

[@dccsessionsdallasconsultingcoa]

Superb session Tanya 👌

[@kkmoore19]

Big up yourself Tanya. It was one of your albums that I was listening that made me continue in a relationship with a man after he went and had a baby by another person. Just listening changed my mind and I am actually living in that place now to forgive inspite of.

[@msmo8913]

This conversation was amazing!

[@kimmygreen90]

This was so beautiful ❤

[@denyqueschyznson6290]

I wish there was a part two. Very informative

[@gemvi997]

My number 1 Jamaican Artist from birth!!!

[@faith4270]

Pray you God's continued strength Tanya. Love you talent. Much blessings girl.

[@angiemorsby8429]

Sim Souls Sessions aka "d bawlin' show" mash up Tanya baaawd. 😂🤣D glasses couldn't save yuh bwoy😂🤣Your nephew, I don't know him, but he comes across soooo genuine, like a real "parrie". Big Up, Bless Up, Chups Up. 😘🤗.

[@anetawelsh6026]

All when mi noh agree wid everyting wey Tanya say,,,,mi naa change from from yu,,,mi sey like you Tanya mi swap bulgar fi cornmeal dumpling,,,yu cyaah say Lyrics and dont say Tanya,,,Thank you Tanya for talking about what happen to you,,,take note people on the 2 times she was raped it was never a random stranger off the street that grabbed her,,,it was persons she knew and trust,,,i bet that they are many women who have suffered the same fate,,,Sim,,,mi love yu from Fame Days but mi luv tun up ya now

[@kingfish243]

Tanya is such a special person from a tender age I love her and were from the same parish I'm close to some of her family but didn't know love you girl keep being yourself

[@Taylor_m-k4y]

Love me some Tanya ❤️❤️❤️we share the same birthday... wonderful interview...✊🏾

[@sharoningrambrickhouse1589]

Love her so much .. Epic ❤

[@camainraymond8286]

Tanya I love your personality bad...the Intelligence and dah little bad girl something deh...big up

[@quidi-annking5653]

Best episode everrrrrr

[@ToyaWilliams]

From Tanya open her mouth me affi like the video. Always my girl. Prolific in her musical skills and her everyday communication skills.

[@DrNR-pw6co]

Beautiful interview.

[@theresajohnson88]

Love this platform, another great story sigh.... thanks Sim! So many of us are not ok and we can relate in one way or another. May God grant strength to everyone who had to go through such an ordeal😪🙏

[@kimonepayne3408]

Beautiful woman. I love her so much 💗 you're always in "the corners of my mind"

[@christinelindo2749]

Wow! You're so strong sorry to hear what you been through.

[@elaineboydbrown7951]

Keep up the good work mrs cooper

[@doitwithnadz]

❤️❤️❤️❤️ Tanya!!

[@SB-uv3my]

Always love and respect Tanya!! Nothing nah change.

[@caralisa648]

Wholesome

[@savbailey1321]

Mi never try fi understand you mi jus love yu music 😊

[@gailwalker8703]

Thank you Sim❤️

[@RicardoHall-kj5gw]

This young lady is an awesome entertainment

[@elizabethfrancis309]

I can relate to that kind of molestation before, was my next door neighbor boyfriend and he offer me a ride and the same line, I have to stop by my house to pick up something, same exact line,only thinghim pop out a knife on me.,sigh!

[@fitzroybartley467]

Great job sim.

[@marcialewis3216]

You are a Victor, stay strong!

[@tracythompson1368]

I went to secondary school too with no lunch money was always present and had good grades

[@vanessamyers5652]

Thank you

[@TotalBodybyT]

Thank you Tanya ❤️❤️❤️

[@racquellaughtravellive]

I just love me some Tanya ... bumps and bruises but we still deh yah Caz dem Caan get wi out T! .. love love love and more love ❤️

[@seanasaunders2552]

Ooh tanya 😍 big up sim!!

[@jodiankerr-inniss5999]

Always wonder why I love Tanya so much eno didn’t know she has my mother name Vivienne

[@tamianddjvolgs]

I love Tanya

[@quidi-annking5653]

A Real Giant. The sweetest ever❤️