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R&B Stars Kehlani, Monaleo on Motherhood's Realities
11 Sep
Summary
- Kehlani and Monaleo discussed motherhood's hardships and identity challenges.
- Both artists emphasized the pressure on moms to be perfect.
- Motherhood inspired more intentionality and resilience in their music.
During Billboard's 2026 R&B/Hip-Hop Power Players celebration, a panel titled "Like Minded" featured Grammy-winning singer Kehlani and rapper Monaleo. Presented by BetterHelp and moderated by Sonni Williams and Gail Mitchell, the discussion centered on motherhood, identity, and self-care.
Kehlani and Monaleo spoke about the difficult truth of motherhood, acknowledging that it's hard to maintain one's identity while raising children. They admitted to the pressure of being perceived as perfect mothers and the reality of making mistakes.
Motherhood has significantly impacted their artistic craft, making them more intentional. Monaleo expressed a desire to infuse her music with educational elements about Black history, while Kehlani found renewed inspiration to continue her career for her child's future.
Concluding the summit, moderator Sonni Williams highlighted the strength of Black women balancing multiple roles, emphasizing that they are more than just mothers.
