It's Black History Month! "Hits the woah while singing the Black National Anthem* The time to be Blackity Black blackem, just the BLACKEST we can be. The time to reflect on the achievements and perseverance of our ancestors. The time to recognize and celebrate the Black excellence in all of us.

Procrastination. Apprehension. Fear. Lack of discipline.  

Ludacris said it best - “MOVE B****!!!!”. Here’s how I’m actually getting out of my own way this year and you can too...

This year has been an unexpected whirlwind of death and tragedy for many, including myself. Even in this last month, I am working through the grief of losing loved ones. It’s left me with many existential questions along with fear of the unexpected as I’m sure many others are experiencing.

But despite my questions of “why”and what the future holds, and in being starkly reminded of life’s fragility, I see an irrefutable lesson: tomorrow isn’t promised and the life we live today creates our legacy for tomorrow.

She and I are becoming best friends and it’s the greatest thing ever. Her name is…

Cardi B and Megan Thee Stallion just dropped one of the sexiest, steamiest songs and videos to come from a female rap duo. Here is the issue…

We are halfway through one of the most bizarre years I have ever personally lived through. Celebrity deaths. Coronavirus and the Bubonic Plague. Civil unrest. A mess of an election. I mean, WOW.

It’s taken me a while to even begin to write this. I honestly didn’t know if I could or if I had anything to say. I’ve been speechless.

In fact, this writing feels a bit forced. I’m writing it in the name of consistency. I promised my supporters that I would write a blog every month. But honestly, today I don’t feel like writing. I don’t feel like conversation.

On May 9th, 2020 two legendary neo-soul artists sat down on Instagram Live and gave nearly 1 million attendees ALL. OF. THEE. LIFE.

Here’s what made it so special to me…

Ms. Melody Monroe sat down with Voyage ATL to talk about her life and music journey and how she’s gotten to where she is today!

These are unprecedented times. Everything is different and it feels like the whole world is paused. Here’s what I’m doing to get through it all.

What it’s About: Life is a struggle for single father Chris Gardner (Will Smith). Evicted from their apartment, he and his young son (Jaden Smith) find themselves alone with no place to go. Even though Chris eventually lands a job as an intern at a prestigious brokerage firm, the position pays no money. The pair must live in shelters and endure many hardships, but Chris refuses to give in to despair as he struggles to create a better life for himself and his son.

Why I Like It: We get to see Will Smith with his son Jaden in an emotional drama. Their real life relationship translates seamlessly into their on-screen roles. I love that it’s a biographical film and gives us a positive representation of Black fatherhood.

Good For: Times of unemployment, rejection, learning new things, and when you feel like you have to make a way out of no way.

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For this special day, Ms. Melody Monroe talks in-depth with 5th Element UK on the “What’s Good” podcast about what…

The “P” Word
Passion: It’s a word we hear often. It’s in movie titles, book titles, church names, and paint colors. It evokes emotion and memories; camaraderie and battle. It might even turn into a new family member if the lighting is right (wink, wink).

But how often does it turn into a business plan or the means it requires to take the first step to reaching a goal?

I mean, what is passion anyway? An elongated spurt of motivation? A feeling? A knowing? A belief?

I would say it’s a burn. It’s your why. It’s whatever excites you about the idea of opening your eyes in the morning. And it’s certainly worth pursuing.

Ms. Melody Monroe takes over the first week of Ladies Edition at 5th Element UK for 2020! Check out her 7 picks for official Boss Ladies!

A few weeks ago, I had one of the most gripping live music experiences I have ever had. I frequent music shows - indie and mainstream alike - but this was unlike anything I had ever experienced. 

I’ve always heard of people getting chills from seeing artists perform, but I had never experienced it for myself until now.

Ms. Melody Monroe joins a group of women from around the world to share her thoughts on being a woman…

Ms. Melody Monroe chats with Kinky When Wet about her natural hair routine, why she loves her frohawk, and the motivation behind her music.

It was spring of 2018. I had just released my debut EP and life was finally slowing down after 6 months of a grueling schedule. I found myself accomplished, but still missing something. I sat in my studio apartment on a Sunday morning, in a solemn mood, thinking of how to seize the day. I decided to walk to Piedmont park and pray while walking. Looking for guidance, I felt I heard an inner voice tell me to get a dog.

I had been wanting a dog for a while, but didn’t feel that I was ready. I always said it was too much like having a child and too much responsibility. Let alone, my landlord wasn’t keen on having animals in his property. But that’s what I felt I heard. 

When I got back from my walk, I took to Twitter for casual entertainment. Within the first 3 minutes, I started seeing posts of people with their dogs. I looked to the left to discover that #NationalRescueDogDay was trending. “Wow”, I thought and took it as a sure sign.

It was spring of 2018. I had just released my debut EP and life was finally slowing down after 6 months of a grueling schedule. I found myself accomplished, but still missing something. I sat in my studio apartment on a Sunday morning, in a solemn mood, thinking of how to seize the day. I decided to walk to Piedmont park and pray while walking. Looking for guidance, I felt I heard an inner voice tell me to get a dog.

I had been wanting a dog for a while, but didn’t feel that I was ready. I always said it was too much like having a child and too much responsibility. Let alone, my landlord wasn’t keen on having animals in his property. But that’s what I felt I heard. 

When I got back from my walk, I took to Twitter for casual entertainment. Within the first 3 minutes, I started seeing posts of people with their dogs. I looked to the left to discover that #NationalRescueDogDay was trending. “Wow”, I thought and took it as a sure sign.

Ms. Melody Monroe sits down with UK based website The 5th Element to discuss her beginnings, the trials of being a female MC, her “Motivation…

Ms. Melody Monroe sits down with UK based website The 5th Element to discuss her beginnings, the trials of being a female MC, her “Motivation…

INTERVIEW: Ms. Melody Monroe Talks Suicide Awareness Through Music - MindYourMind.Ca

INTERVIEW: Ms. Melody Monroe Talks Suicide Awareness Through Music - MindYourMind.Ca

This year, I achieved what I consider to be one of my greatest accomplishments so far: released a real album. It’s significant for several reasons. Most people probably recognize the value in being able to successfully put my art out there from an artistic standpoint, and there is value in that, but what I’m REALLY proud of is the stuff that nobody else really knows about….