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Nelly & Ashanti Turn Her Hit Song “Baby” Into A Couples Anthem During Adorable Performance

December 16, 2024 by newhiphopnews

If there was a power ranking of Internet fans’ favorite celebrity couples in the music world, we’d bet on Ashanti and Nelly being a top-tier contender. Moreover, they seem happier than ever these days after welcoming a child together – and it didn’t take long for rumors of a second baby to kick off. But before all that, what better way to celebrate their first than by incorporating their bundle of joy into one of their hits? At the rapper’s annual Black and White Ball, they couldn’t stop laughing as they performed together, remixing the singer’s hit “Baby” with the lyrics: “We made a baby, baby, baby, baby, baby!“

Actually, this isn’t even the first time that they performed this together, as Nelly and Ashanti also hit this duet at his 50th birthday bash back in November. We’re sure that many more joint performances will follow, and we can already imagine what they’ll come up with once their son Kareem Kenkaide Haynes is old enough to step onstage himself. “This is our baby, baby, baby, baby, baby…” Or is that too corny?

Ashanti & Nelly Celebrate Their “Baby”

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Jokes aside, Ashanti and Nelly seem absolutely obsessed with each other and with their little one. “We are both very strong-headed, strong-willed. When two leaders come together… I don’t tell him all the time, but I’ve learned a lot,” she said during an interview with Entertainment Tonight. “About just being grateful and graceful, and giving people grace. Being open-minded and level-headed and not too emotional. I’m a little bit dramatic, as he says. To have my soulmate, like, my person, my best friend, my protector, you know, it’s an amazing feeling. I think, just, the universe just doesn’t make mistakes.”

“Oh, man, that was a good one!” Nelly responded to Ashanti’s praise for him during this interview. “She’s a great person, she’s a great mother,” he replied. “Even when it comes to like, doing this, having birthday parties, and things like that. So to have that person with me is, like, yeah, that’s it, you know what I’m saying? Plus, you seen her in Resident Evil? She shoot that thing, too.”

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Ashanti Calls Nelly Her “Soulmate” While Gushing Uncontrollably Over Their Relationship

November 5, 2024 by newhiphopnews

In the world of celebrity couples, there’s almost always some sort of skepticism. When two high-profile people try to make it work romantically, the chances of a lasting and loving relationship are fairly rare. Usually, the two go their separate ways and sometimes things can get really messy. Luckily for musical superstars Ashanti and Nelly, things have always come across as chill and respectful even when they separated. Overall, their situation is pretty unique. They originally met just over two decades ago, split in the mid-2010’s and got back together in the 2020’s. Now, they married as of last December and how have a child together.

Given how they have circled back to each other, you could say that it’s a fairytale ending. From afar, fans have been obsessed with how much they truly seem to love one another. Anytime they share something regarding their child, a date night, or a special occasion, they flock to show their support. Because of how many people cheer them on, it was no surprise when an interviewer on ET asked them about their connection.

Ashanti & Nelly Are Head Over Heels For Each Other

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Ashanti spoke first and she couldn’t stop fawning over how much Nelly has meant to her. She describes both of them as “strong headed” and “strong-willed” adults, later adding, “So when two leaders come together…” That’s when the interviewer interjected and said “I call that a power couple.” Ashanti wholeheartedly agreed and went on to confidently say that she has her “soulmate” in Nelly. The rapper was absolutely touched by her words and had nothing but positive and glowing things to say about her wife and mother.

What are your thoughts on Ashanti and Nelly fawning over one another? Are they the power couple in music right now? We would like to hear what you have to say, so leave your thoughts in the comments. Additionally, always keep it locked in with HNHH for all of the latest news surrounding Ashanti and Nelly. Finally, stay with us for everything else going on in the worlds of music and pop culture.

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Halle Bailey And Smokey Robinson Are Set To Host ‘A Motown Christmas,’ A Two-Hour All-Star Holiday Special

November 2, 2024 by newhiphopnews

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With Halloween 2024 behind us, most people have already begun putting up their holiday decorations. Next month, those folks will have a televised musical soundtrack to further set the festive mood.

Music icon Smokey Robinson and legend in the making Halle Bailey are set to serve as the host of A Motown Christmas. The two-hour holiday special presented by NBC will shine a light on the lasting impact the label, its artists, and signature sounds has had over the decades.

On December 11 at 9 p.m. Eastern, the network is schedule to air the multi-hour performance featuring sets by hosts Robinson and Halle, Ashanti, Andra Day, BeBe Winans, Jamie Foxx, JoJo, Jordin Sparks, MGK, October London, and Pentatonix.

But the lineup doesn’t end there, former label acts Gladys Knight, Martha Reeves and the Vandellas, and the Temptations are also listed as special entertainment.

In addition to those acts, A Motown Christmas will feature a world exclusive performance from the Broadway company of MJ The Musical. Rickey Minor has been taped to lead the 11-piece live band.

Viewers should expect to hear songs such as The Jacksons’ “ABC,” Marvin Gaye and Tammi Terrell’s “Ain’t No Mountain High Enough,” Martha Reeves & the Vandellas’ “Dancing in the Streets,” Gladys Knight & The Pips’ “I Heard It Through the Grapevine”, The Temptations’ “My Girl”, Four Tops’ “Reach Out (I’ll be There)” and Smokey Robinson’s “Tears of a Clown”, The Supremes’ “Stop (In the Name of Love),” and Stevie Wonder’s “Superstition.”

In a statement, Jen Neal, the Executive Vice President of Live Events & Specials at NBCUniversal Entertainment expressed their excitement for the special. “Motown’s timeless hits have played as a soundtrack for American families for the last six decades,” said Neal. “NBC is honored to spotlight the iconic legacy of Motown with a festive celebration for the holiday season.”

NBC will air A Motown Christmas on December 11 at 9 p.m. The following day (December 12), the special will be available to stream on Peacock. A Motown Christmas is produced by LeBron James and Maverick Carter’s SpringHill. Find more information here.

Ashanti Pumps Breast Milk While Getting A Pump In At The Gym

September 25, 2024 by newhiphopnews

Ashanti and Nelly have been officially parents since July 18, 2024, and they broke the news nearly a month later. The musical couple tied the knot, pretty discretely, on December 27, 2023, so they didn’t waste too much time with that endeavor. The bundle of joy’s name is Kareem Kenkaide Haynes, and she made the pregnancy announcement late last year. “This new year of my life is such a blessing full of love, hope and anticipation. Motherhood is something that I have looked forward to, and sharing this with my family, fiancé and loyal fans, who have been so supportive of my career, is an amazing experience”.

Due to her and Nelly’s decade-long past, fans and their loved ones have been so happy to see them flourish now as a family. Ashanti’s father was one of those people, as he expressed how thankful he was for Nelly asking for permission to marry his daughter. “For me, it’s very special for a man in this era to ask for someone’s hand [in marriage], especially your daughter’s. I was very impressed with the fact that you asked. I’m glad things worked out for you. God’s way will always happen best”. Even though the initial excitement has passed, Ashanti has remained thankful, regardless of the postpartum, and everything that comes with it.

Ashanti Deserves Mother Of The Year

It’s why we are not surprised to see her working out and doing motherly duties at the same time. According to AllHipHop, Ashanti shared some brief clips to her IG Story with her tackling the StairMaster and pumping breast milk for baby Kareem. “By any means necessary”, she said with the caption, “F it … ima just keep em on ”. She then followed that up with some videos of her doing her various exercises. If this woman doesn’t get Mother of the Year, who should?!

What are your thoughts on Ashanti pumping breast milk while working out at the gym? Does she deserve Mother of the Year honors? We would like to hear what you have to say, so leave your thoughts in the comments. Additionally, always keep it locked in with HNHH for all of the latest news surrounding Ashanti. Finally, stay with us for everything else going on in the worlds of music and pop culture.

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Ashanti Opens Up About Her Baby Boy With Nelly And Shows Off Postpartum Body

August 24, 2024 by newhiphopnews

Ashanti is now a mother, and she and Nelly couldn’t be happier about the birth of their child, Kareem Kenkaide Haynes. Moreover, she recently shared a lot of details with fans, including an update on her postpartum body. “Four weeks postpartum, you have no idea what this body can do,” she said in an Instagram post while showing off her belly. “Funny how life’s plans aren’t…always on time.. lol. I’ve been waiting to be a mom for a long time now but nothing could prepare me for EVERYTHING motherhood brings! This is what postpartum looks like I’m loving these super cozy @fridamom shorts! I’m so proud of my body for giving me my baby, baby, baby, baby, boy,” she captioned the post.

Furthermore, Ashanti also spoke with Entertainment Tonight with some more insights on her newfound motherhood. “His name is Kareem Kenkaide Haynes,” she relayed. “His dad named him with a lot of pride.” Also, the New York native explained why they paid tribute to her father by making his first name their child’s middle name. “My dad has only girls, so Nelly was just like, ‘I think that would be really, really dope.’ This was all his idea,” she remarked.

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“He actually came a little early,” Ashanti said of Kareem’s birth on July 18. “[His] dad had to fly in last minute which was awesome. Just all of these emotions happening at one time, just knowing that this is your person, this is your purpose, this is what it’s supposed to be. And the three of us together, we were all able to hold each other. It was incredible to watch just how confident and gentle and how soothing he is with his son. It was just an amazing, incredible feeling.

“It’s just an immense feeling,” Ashanti continued. “When I look in his eyes, or when I pick him up and I kiss him, it’s an overwhelming feeling of love and admiration and giving. This little boy has my entire soul wrapped around his finger.” Many congratulations to the happy couple, and we wish them the best on their family journey.

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Ashanti And Nelly Are Officially Parents As They Welcomed Their First Child Together

August 21, 2024 by newhiphopnews

Ever since Ashanti and Nelly reportedly rekindled their romance last spring, fans haven’t been able to get enough of the cute couple, which rumors of a pregnancy swirling just eight months later — which Ashanti eventually confirmed. And hey, wouldn’t you know it, nine months after that, here we are: Ashanti has announced the birth of the couple’s first child together, Kareem Kenkaide Hayes, on Instagram. That makes Ashanti’s first and Nelly’s sixth.

In the post, Ashanti wrote: “Funny how life’s plans aren’t…always on time.. lol. I’ve been waiting to be a mom for a long time now but nothing could prepare me for EVERYTHING motherhood brings! This is what postpartum looks like… I’m so proud of my body for giving me my baby, baby, baby, baby, baby.” People also got a statement from a rep, which read, “Ashanti and Nelly welcomed their baby boy, Kareem Kenkaide Hayes, on July 18, 2024. The proud and happy parents are so in love with KK!” That means baby Kareem is a month old, but it makes sense that the couple would take time to adjust to parenthood before making an official announcement.

The whirlwind romance not only brought a new baby, but also marriage; in June, it was reported that the couple had privately gotten married, although they hadn’t had an official ceremony yet.

Ashanti And Nelly Are Officially Parents As They Welcomed Their First Child Together

August 21, 2024 by newhiphopnews

The whirlwind romance not only brought a new baby, but also marriage; in June, it was reported that the couple had privately gotten married, although they hadn’t had an official ceremony yet.

Ashanti Celebrates Mother’s Birthday Amid Nelly Arrest Reactions

August 8, 2024 by newhiphopnews

Ashanti is in a good mood. The R&B singer took to Instagram to celebrate her mom’s birthday. She posed alongside her mother and various members of her family for a “special night.” The timing of Ashanti’s post was not lost on the internet, though. While the singer was living it up with her family, her husband, Nelly, was being locked up. The rapper was taken into custody on traffic charges the morning of August 7. Fans were shocked by the radically different headlines these two artists prompted. Especially given the way they were shared on social media.

Ashanti has not commented on Nelly’s arrest. Instead, she praised her mother and the recapped the night that she had. “Recap mom’s bday,” she wrote. “This was such a special night. Happy birthday again mom. I love you more than anything.” Ashanti wrote that the date in which the celebration went down was on July 13, so it didn’t actually occur the same night Nelly was taken into custody. Still, the decision to not address the legal elephant in the room seems intentional on the singer’s part.

Ashanti Hasn’t Commented On Nelly’s Recent Arrest

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Nelly was taken into custody at 4:45 am on Wednesday morning. The rapper was initially arrested on a failure-to-appear warrant that went back to a St. Louis traffic charge. After he was arrested, though, the local authorities discovered the rapper had four ecstasy pills on his person. NBC reports that Nelly was subsequently released by Maryland police. The rapper’s lawyer, Scott Rosenblum, issued a statement picking apart the character of the arresting officer. Rosenblum claimed that Nelly was “targeted by an overzealous, out of line officer” who “paraded him through the casino.” The lawyer also asserted that Nelly was not ultimately charged with drug possession.

Ashanti and Nelly have been romantically involved for decades. The two initially dated in the 2000s, before reuniting in 2023. The second time proved the charm, and the artists had a child before tying the knot in December of the same year. “The growth has been like superb, you know, like on both ends,” the singer told Entertainment Tonight. “We are both at a place where like before, sometimes we would argue and walk out, slam the door, and not talk for a few days.” Ashanti will no doubt help Nelly get through this latest ordeal.

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Nelly and Ashanti to Star in New Reality Show

July 19, 2024 by newhiphopnews

Nelly and Ashanti Keep Romance Going Strong at Nelly's Black and White Ball

Nelly and Ashanti are bringing their romance to reality TV. According to The Jasmine Brand, the two will begin filming their reality show in Nelly’s hometown of St. Louis. Pre-production is currently underway.

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Earlier this month, Nelly and Ashanti held a lavish baby shower at Dolce & Gabbana in New York City. Fat Joe and others attended the celebration at the store. You can see the surprise moment below.

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Two months ago, fans rejoiced as 90s power couple Ashanti and Nelly announced their engagement and the exciting news that they are expecting their first child together. The announcement took fans by surprise and brought a wave of nostalgia, as the couple’s rekindled romance has been a heartwarming journey to witness.

In an exclusive interview with ETonline, Ashanti revealed the intimate details of Nelly’s proposal, which caught her completely off guard. Describing the moment as “such a beautiful, intimate moment,” she shared that the proposal happened while they were watching TV in bed, dressed casually in his T-shirt and boxers. The simplicity and sincerity of the moment made it even more special. “I cried. I gave him the biggest hug and kiss ever,” Ashanti recounted. “I FaceTimed everyone I know… I was overjoyed and shocked and surprised and happy kind of like all in one.”

With a baby on the way, Ashanti confirmed that they plan to welcome their child before walking down the aisle. As for their wedding, the singer envisions a ceremony filled with sunshine, a beach, and palm trees. The couple’s journey to this point has been one of significant personal growth and development.

Reflecting on their relationship now compared to a decade ago, Ashanti noted the profound changes. “The growth has been like superb, you know, like on both ends,” she said. “We are both at a place where like before, sometimes we would argue and walk out, slam the door, and not talk for a few days.” Now, their approach to disagreements is much more mature and understanding. “Now,” she continued, “it’s kind of like, ‘All right, you good?’ You know, give me a kiss goodbye and it’s over… It’s not like holding on and bickering and we find out what the resolution is. We apologize… It used to take me a little longer to apologize.”

Ashanti emphasized the strong alignment they share in their passion for work and building a family. “We are so, so aligned,” she said, highlighting their mutual dedication and commitment.

As Ashanti and Nelly prepare for the arrival of their baby and their upcoming wedding, fans are eagerly following their journey, celebrating the love and growth that has brought them back together. Their story is a testament to enduring love and the power of personal evolution, making their reunion even more special for all who have watched them over the years.

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Ashanti & Nelly Host Yet Another Baby Shower With Friends & Family And Fans Can’t Get Enough

July 15, 2024 by newhiphopnews

Ashanti and Nelly are ecstatic to welcome their first child into the world, which they’ve lovingly referred to as “Baby Haynes” on social media. Moreover, they hosted yet another baby shower with friends and family, and it seemed like a luxurious, calm, and heartening affair with gorgeous maternity pictures on display and many beautiful amenities, including a three-layer jungle-themed cake for Baby Haynes. It’s all very wholesome and such, and apparently took place at Huntington, New York’s Oheka Castle event venue. Considering that they celebrated this pregnancy and soon-to-come birth multiple times now, we wouldn’t express shock if there’s another shower next week.

Jokes aside, at Ashanti and Nelly’s last baby shower, her father recalled how the rapper asked for his blessing to ask for her hand in marriage. “We had a discussion about him wanting to marry her,” Ken-Kaide Thomas Douglas stated. “We had a little brief conversation. For me, it’s very special for a man in this era to ask for someone’s hand [in marriage], especially your daughter’s. I was very impressed with the fact that you asked. I’m glad things worked out for you. God’s way will always happen best.”

Nelly & Ashanti’s Latest Baby Shower

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However, all this celebration also has Ashanti looking back at the bumps in her and Nelly’s road, such as their 2014 split. “After our breakup, you know, I didn’t even think we’d ever have a conversation again,” she told Entertainment Tonight during a recent interview. According to the singer, their constant arguments and bickering resulted in them not talking to each other for days at a time, which became cyclical and tiring. Also, she spoke on what her ideal wedding ceremony would be, mentioning “a combination of fashion, glam, [and] Caribbean vibes.”

Meanwhile, this news arrives as the dynamic duo also celebrated a couple of months of legal marriage, so all that remains is this ceremony. We wonder whether or not Ashanti and Nelly plan to host this sometime this year or if they want to prioritize Baby Haynes instead. Either way, they have an arduous, long, but nonetheless exciting and heartwarming path ahead. Here’s to the couple, and here’s to more additional baby showers just because folks deserve to celebrate.

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