Monica in Conversation with Michelle Obama: Life, Legacy, and Longevity
GRAMMY Award-winning R&B icon Monica appears on the latest episode of IMO with Michelle Obama and Craig Robinson, available today across all platforms in both audio and video formats.
In the wide-ranging conversation, Monica provides rare in-depth insight on her decades-spanning career, opening up about the experiences that shaped her both as an artist and as a woman navigating life in the public eye. Known for her honesty and grounded perspective, Monica discusses longevity in the music industry, the importance of staying rooted in family and community, and the lessons she’s carried through each chapter of her life and career.
Monica reflects on “The Boy Is Mine” evolution, tracing the journey that led to the 2025 sold-out The Boy Is Mine arena tour — 27 years in the making. She speaks to how she and Brandy cultivated mutual respect and growth as artists and mothers, and why their cultural influence continues to resonate. She also openly speaks about the joys of aging, embracing the clarity, confidence, and sense of purpose that come with experience.
Brandy & Monica Announced as 2026 Essence Festival Of Culture Headliners
The episode arrives as Monica prepares to headline the 2026 ESSENCE Festival of Culture with Brandy in New Orleans July 3-5. The festival is one of the most influential and enduring celebrations of Black music and culture and marks a major milestone in Monica’s career.
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