The Love Hard tour with Keyshia Cole, Jaheim, K. Michelle, and Trey Songz is currently underway, and its Baltimore show is drumming up a lot of discussion right now. Moreover, one of the reasons why is because fans are getting a little bit too close to Songz during this trek, or perhaps the other way around. A series of pictures surfaced from his meet and greet interactions with various fans, and in many of them, you can see them replicating various sexual poses or posing in an otherwise lewd or suggestive manner. This is especially notable because of the singer’s various accusations of sexual abuse and misconduct, although some of those lawsuits have been dropped recently.
Regardless, not every single picture here was that extreme, and it’s not worth singling out when many other artists do similar poses with fans. But Trey Songz’s choice to rest his hands on a female fan’s back as she bends over for him, plus the context of his alleged crimes, was a step too far in many’s eyes. Sadly, this isn’t the only recent fan interaction that drew some criticism online, although this one is more because of its combative nature. Allegedly, he lashed out on a woman he threw $300 for flipping him off afterwards, calling her ungrateful via direct message.
As such, we can see that there’s an unfortunate track record here when it comes to imperfect interactions with fans, civilians, and even other artists. Jacquees claimed that Trey Songz is guilty of everything that folks accuse him of. While he didn’t overtly respond back, there are a few other industry peers who have spoken out against him, all of which have left him unbothered. As much as the public narrative points to wrongdoing, it’s important to note that these are mostly still allegations at press time.
Meanwhile, what do you think about these meet and greet pictures? Is the context behind the Virginia native’s alleged crimes too much to see these as anything but uncomfortable? Whatever the case, drop your thoughts down in the comments section below. Also, come back to HNHH for more news and the latest updates on Trey Songz.
Trey Songz secured another legal win this year, as Radar Online reports that an attorney filed to dismiss a sexual assault case against him. This follows a similar situation from less than a month ago, when a woman dropped her 2013 lawsuit against him for allegedly exposing her breast at a pool party. Moreover, back to this new dropped suit, the lawyer represented two anonymous women and filed to dismiss the complaint against the singer without prejudice. This means that they can file this complaint again at any time, and it’s anyone’s guess as to whether they’re regrouping their case or if they will fully leave their efforts behind.
Furthermore, their claim is, or was, that Trey Songz committed sexual assault and battery against them in 2015. Allegedly, they fell asleep at a party at his house due to being drunk and they woke up to him on top of them, forcing himself on them while they slept. One of them claimed that she tried to fight back, but that the 39-year-old ignored her and continued to pursue relations. In addition, they claimed that he asked them to shower together, but angrily kicked them out of his house when they refused.
While these cases dropped in the legal sense, Trey Songz still deals with a lot of due skepticism, criticism, and call-outs online thanks to all these alleged cases. Most recently, Jacquees blasted him for all his accusations and supposed actions. “I want the world to know this b***h a** n***a Trey Songz is a b***h,” he shared in a since-deleted social media post. “This n***a came in the club talking ‘bout r*pe. F**k you talking about r*pe for, b***h a** n***a? Then you come outside the club and swing on your little brother. You is a b***h.”
In another video Jacquees published, he made a specific claim about everything the “Say Aah” artist is accused of being true, and mentioned how his religious values play a role in this condemnation. It’s unclear what other pressing legal issues he could be dealing with right now. What’s clear is that it will be very difficult for Trey Songz to shake his past off either way. For more news and the latest updates on him, check back in with HNHH.
Trey Songz currently faces a mountain of accusations of sexual assault and other problematic behavior. However, based on court documents reported by Radar Online, it seems like the R&B singer wants them entirely dismissed by the court. Moreover, the alleged victim of a 2021 assault at a Miami club, Jauhara Jeffries, claimed that he tried to pay her $200K to lie about it. What’s more is that Songz apparently has another witness to the alleged incident that tells a different story. Mariah Thielen accused Jeffries’ lawyer of offering her between $100K to $200K to lie in order to “paint him as the next R. Kelly.”
Furthermore, Thielen also claimed that Jeffries tried to record Trey Songz at the location where the assault allegedly occurred. After he asked her to stop and she didn’t comply, he reportedly had security escort her away. Regardless, $20 million are on the line for the Virginia native, or at least that’s what Jeffries is suing him for. In addition, she stated that she initially became acquainted with Songz back in 2018 during a party at Diddy’s house.
Meanwhile, other legal trouble recently re-sprouted for the 38-year-old after another victim sued him again following a failed case. “Jane Doe” alleged that Trey Songz grabbed her breast and exposed her at a party, and wants $10 million in damages. What’s more is that the suit also names Kevin Liles and the two’s respective labels (300 Entertainment and Atlantic Records). “In what appeared to be an attempt to further terrify and humiliate [the woman], [Trey Songz] followed the assault with a degrading chant, ‘Titty in the open, titty in the open,” court documents maintained.
“Entities such as Atlantic Records and key executives like Kevin Liles must reassess their obligations toward ensuring the safety and dignity of everyone at any event associated with their artists,” George Vrabeck, the accuser’s lawyer, told Rolling Stone. “My client demands transparency, accountability, and a prioritization of safety over profits.” Amid all this, Songz has denied any and all wrongdoing, so we’ll see how this pans out in the courtroom. On that note, log back into HNHH for the latest news and updates on Trey Songz.
The American R&B singer, Trey Songz, has been the subject of a slew of sexual assault allegations spanning over a decade. The first of many reported physical assaults occurred in 2012 when Songz allegedly struck a woman at a strip club. These incidents have led to a number of out-of-court settlements, numerous charges, and raised eyebrows on the singer’s conduct.
In 2016, Songz pleaded guilty to two misdemeanor counts for assaulting a police sergeant and injuring a cameraman with a thrown microphone. The resultant 18-month probation period and required anger-management classes evidently did little to deter future allegations of violent behavior. Further incidents against the rapper would lead to arrests in 2021.
LOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA – DECEMBER 17: Singer Trey Songz performs onstage during the 1st annual In My Feelz Festival presented by Umbrella MGMT at Banc of California Stadium on December 17, 2022 in Los Angeles, California. (Photo by Scott Dudelson/Getty Images)
In 2017, actress Keke Palmer accused Songz of using sexual intimidation to force her into appearing in a music video. This was a claim that Songz denied. Speaking to People in 2023, Palmer explained how moments in her visual album Big Boss related to her experience of sexual assault in the music industry. These would include her alleged altercation with Trey Songz. “Those scenes are real. Those scenes are not actually inspired by that moment,” she said. “Obviously, people know that moment and are aware of that scenario from when it happened and when I spoke about it.
“But that just goes to show, that was one of many moments where things go down in this industry. Not always did I say something, but I said something in that particular situation because my likeness was being used. And I’m just a business person in that regard. But as far as being in an uncomfortable situation as a woman, where I’m either being sexually harassed, intimidated or just being made uncomfortable in a space that’s dominated mostly by men, those are very real people, and that’s a very real, accurate situation. And there are countless others.”
Andrea Buera And Jahuara Jeffries
HOUSTON, TEXAS – DECEMBER 10: Trey Songz performs on stage at Arena Theatre on December 10, 2022 in Houston, Texas. (Photo by Marcus Ingram/Getty Images)
In 2018, Andrea Buera alleged that Songz had choked her at his Los Angeles home, but the case was dropped after Songz’s legal team presented information that contradicted Buera’s account. That same year, Jahuara Jeffries accused Songz of attempting to sexually violate her at a Miami nightclub, per The Daily Beast. The lawsuit, originally settled for $10 million, was later dismissed. The lawsuit would later be refiled, with Jeffries then seeking $20 million in damages.
Ariel Mitchell, the attorney for Jeffries told The Daily Beast in 2021: “She doesn’t want to hide behind the Jane Doe, she doesn’t want to be ashamed of what happened to her.”
The site also reported that “Jeffries claims she met Songz at a New Year’s Eve party held at Diddy’s Miami mansion before they continued the night at E11EVEN. Jeffries, who was wearing a dress with a high slit, claims that she felt ‘fingers being inserted into her vagina.’ When she turned around, she allegedly saw an intoxicated Songz ‘pulling his hand away from her bottom.’”
Trey Songz: High-Profile Accusations And Public Response
The allegations against Songz did not gain significant public attention until 2020. Instagram model Celina Powell and her friend Aliza made claims in a 2020 podcast interview that drew significant mainstream attention. Both women accused Songz of abusive behavior. Powell alleged that Songz coerced her into unwanted activities, and Aliza stated that Songz urinated on her without her consent.
In 2021, an investigation was launched by the Las Vegas Metropolitan Police Department into Songz over alleged sexual assault at a hotel. According to NBC News, the investigation was dropped the following year. However, it has since been stated that it could be reopened with new evidence.
Dylan Gonzalez
WNBA player Dylan Gonzalez tweeted in December 2021 in a since-deleted message, labeling Songz as a rapist. She later revealed on Instagram that she suffers from “unbearable PTSD.” This was due to an alleged rape by Songz in a Las Vegas hotel. Gonzalez would encourage other alleged victims to speak out.
In February 2022, an anonymous woman filed a lawsuit accusing Songz of raping her. This alleged incident took place at a house party in Los Angeles back in 2016. The lawsuit was dismissed due to the statute of limitations expiring.
In April 2022, Megan Johnson came forward with allegations that Songz sexually assaulted her. This allegedly occurred at a party in Connecticut in 2013, TMZ reports. Johnson’s attorneys, who also represent several other accusers of Songz, have sent a demand letter on her behalf. The Connecticut State’s Attorney’s Office opened an investigation into Johnson’s allegations in June 2022.
A Pattern of Denial
I usually stay quiet on this but I feel that in many ways the movement to fight for the women who actually have suffered harassment and abuse on various levels, has been hijacked by those who find it convenient for themselves to come up as they seek to destroy someone’s life.
Throughout these allegations, Songz and his representatives have consistently denied all charges. Songz and his team would often suggest that the victims are attempting to extort him for fame and money. The allegations seemingly continue to mount. This raises most potentially serious questions about the singer’s behavior. Beyond that, it raises questions about the systemic issues that allow such alleged abuses to potentially occur.
