That Grape Juice To Interview Monica

Published: Saturday 20th Feb 2010 by Sam

That Grape Juice is pleased to announce that we will be interviewing Grammy award winning R&B star Monica this coming Monday (February 22nd).

As is usual, if you have any questions for her, please drop them in the comments section below. Remember, only legitimate questions will be considered. Thanks!

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  1. NO February 20, 2010

    f*** u
    I hate you
    I wish I could talk with Monica… 🙁

  2. hihihihi February 20, 2010

    WHO SHES FEELIN FROM THE NEW CHICKS IN THE GAME AND JUST CHICKS IN GENEREL ASK HER IF SHE LIKES RIHANNA
    WITH WHICH FEMALE WOULD SHE COLLABORATE

    WILL HER DUET ALBUM WITH BRANDY STILL GO AHEAD

    WHICH MALE SINGER WOULD SHE DO A DUET WITH SINCE THE ONE WITH USHER AND TYRESE WERE BOMB
    MAYBE MARIO OR RAHEEM DEVAUGHN

    WILL SHE DO MOVIES AGAIN

    WILL WE HAVE TO WAIT ANOTHER 3-4 YEARS FOR ANOTHER ALBUM

    IS SHE STILL FRIENDS WITH DMX

  3. movieman February 20, 2010

    who is this and why is she still releasing music ??

  4. Anonymous February 20, 2010

    Will she ever collaborate with her former background singer Michelle Williams? Or her other friends Kelly Rowland and Beyoncé?

  5. Caroline February 20, 2010

    Do you feel like the peak of your carreer was with the ‘ the boy is mine’. And why did you and brandy did not get along those days?

  6. Caroline February 20, 2010

    How does it feel like to have been the youngest recording act to ever have two consecutive chart- topping hits on the US Billboard Hot R&B Chart?

  7. Caroline February 20, 2010

    You debuted your music in the 90’s when R& B was at it’s prime with Boyz II Men, aaliyah, TLC, brandy, and other elite artists , how did it feel to have been part of that and do you think there will ever be a decade that could match the effect that R&B had on the ’90s

  8. Brittany February 20, 2010

    Will she do a duet with Usher? Is she going to write more in the future on her albums? And why do she think she lasted this long in the industry?

  9. GeeMan February 20, 2010

    After all these years of being in the business what has kept you grounded? And during difficult times who is one person you call for advice? With the release of still standing what message would you like the general public to get from this album? Do you feel like a veteran at this point in your career? What advice would give a new female artist coming into the industry today?

  10. veebz February 20, 2010

    Ask her if she thinks RnB music is a thing of the past, a 90s thing or is it still relevant. Because a lot of artists have strayed away from RnB because pop/dance music is selling at the moment

  11. h February 20, 2010

    What’s your next career move, since by doing this interview you must know your careers over?

  12. MichAEL February 20, 2010

    MY NAME IS MICHAEL AND AM FROM AFRICA? PLEASE ASK MONICA WHY SHE IS NOT PUTTING A REAL RECORD LIKE INFINITY ON THE MAIN ALBUM INSTEAD OF STAY OR GO?

    PLEASE THIS QUESTION IS IMPORTANT ON BEHALF OF ALL FANS.

    THANKS

  13. Inspired by Monica February 20, 2010

    Hi Monica,

    The Monica brand for the most part, has been an American phenomenon. However, you do have fans around the globe. With this upcoming album, are there any plans to market and promote the Monica brand in other countries?

    And may I just point out that you’ve been an inspiration to millions of people, you have absolutely no idea the impact your music and words of wisdom have had in changing people’s lives for the better. You once said “It’s not your circumstances that define who you are” and when I heard those words, that was a life changing moment for me. From the bottom of my heart, thank you for everything, and continue to live your inspired life. Good bless!

  14. latoya christian February 20, 2010

    Monica this is nowljenkins on twitter. Just wanted to ask you…

    1. What’s going on with the new clothing line regions of rock?

    2. Have you set a date for your wedding?

    3. What’s different about you album this time around, what makes it different from the last one that didn’t do as well as expected?

    4. Have u ever thought about leaving j records, was there ever a time where you felt like they didn’t understand you as an artist?

    5. Have you ever thought about going independent?

  15. ladylove February 20, 2010

    Monica I am one of your biggest fans and I really would love for you to come to my city. Will you ever come to Buffalo, NY?

    If you could collaborate with anyone who would it be and why?

    How is it that you are so amazing in every way?

    Do you wish Lauryn Hill would make a comeback and if she did would you want to work with her?

    Do you support gay marriage? I am sure you are aware that you have gay fans and I think that some of us would like to know.

  16. ashantifan February 20, 2010

    How do you deal with the haters in this game?

    How does it feel to still be standing after all these years?

  17. Yan February 20, 2010

    What happened with the T-Pain produced track that was supposed to be a single along with Love Alll Over Me?

  18. 12345 February 20, 2010

    She was overrated in her prime and obviously she will flop, her and the other r&b singers are always talking about the same s***, love love love, nowadays no one is marrying and there are more divorces then marriage, that says something, people are sick and tired of the same s***, stop talking about love, talk about something meaningful or whatever, life isnt all about love, I’m so sick of this r&b artists always talking about the same s***, STEP YOUR GAME UP OR BRING YOUR ASS BACK HOME

  19. Miranda February 20, 2010

    Ask her since her fans undoubtly LOVED “Love All Over Me” will it be a single on this album?

    Ask her does she plan to tour overseas since she has a pretty big fanbase worldwide?

    Ask her why wasn’t “Everything To Me” sent to radio overseas? Or was it?

    While on tour how does she plan to keep her children with her while touring since she hates being away from them? How will that work?

    Will there be another season of “Still Standing”?

    Does she think she can pull another #1 on the Billboard Hot 100? After over 10 years, does she have faith that she can do it again?

    Ask her after only 3 weeks of “Everything To Me” being released at radio the single is already at #15 on the Billboard R&B. How does she feel about that success & how does she plan to continue with that success to get back to #1?

  20. Lisa February 20, 2010

    Why are people so cruel towards her?
    And why are they so quick to critiscize her relationship for not being married but in a happy relationship with Rocko with two children & her tattoos? Why do people give her so much heat for those things when these simple things happen all the time?

  21. MaZ February 20, 2010

    Wow you’re Lucky!

    I’m a big fan of Mo’, just wanted to know if there’s a possible “Boy is mine” part 2 with brandy? With which artist would she love to duet?

  22. hihihihi February 20, 2010

    ASK MONICA BC SHES SUCH A BIG BELIEVER IN GOD WHAT WOULD SHE SAY TO EPOPLE WHO BELIEVE IN GOD AND PRAY BUT SOMETIMESX WONDER WHY BAD STUFF IA HEPPENING TO THEM AND THEY MIGHT LOSE THEIR FAITH ;;;HOW CAN THEY KEEP IT

    AND DEAD@H

    SO TRUE

  23. Everything to Me February 20, 2010

    What would you say are the advantages and disadvantages of you starting out in the industry so young? How were you received by veteran artists such as Whitney and how was it working with her for the first time on “Somebody Bigger Than You And I?”

  24. February 20, 2010

    Where does she see herself in 10 years?

    Is there a song out there from somebody else that when she heard it, she was like “damn, I wish I had thought of that”?

    Would she ever let her sons become musicians?

    If she wasn’t a singer, what career would she have chosen?

    Would you do another reality show, either for the next record or highlighting the release of “Still Standing”?

  25. jwhit214 February 20, 2010

    Question for Monica

    “You seem in a totally different zone than previous eras. Its as if your drive and passion for this project is on overload. What is different about ur approach towards this album than previous?”

    How important is it for you to “BRAND” Monica the artist and what are your plans to do so?

    Are you planning any over seas promo?

    How hard was it to get Everything to Me released as the lead single?

    What is your favorite song on your upcoming album?

    Aside from spending time with your children, what are some of your favorite past times?

    What are your thoughts on Brandy rapping?

  26. ShayShay February 20, 2010

    Will Monica Appear In Any Films ? Does She Enjoy Being An Actress ?

  27. antertain February 20, 2010

    Sam THANKS FOR GETTIN THIS INTERVIEW!!!! OMG!! LOVE MO Ride or Die since ’95

    1. We’ve seen abit of how Mary J. Blige has inpacted your life in a major way. What kind of advice and guidance has she given to you through your years of transition in and out of the industry?

    2. On Stil Standing, you refer to people to not remember you for who you used to be but for the woman you have become and still trying to improve. What attributes do you feel you’ve matured on & what things have you consciously changed to help.

    3. How do you think the fans input has helped in your approach to this album and do the label fully take that on board when you select the songs.

    4. As i’m a fan from the UK will you and your family be planning promotional appearances in Europe?

    I’ll stop there, even though have more questions!!

  28. jakeea February 20, 2010

    ask her about when she was dissing beyonce and when asked about it she was scared ask her what was up with that

  29. jakeea February 20, 2010

    @antertain you said you been a fan since 95 boy!!!!! u look 12 sit yo a** down sum where u still pissing dog water

  30. lala February 20, 2010

    ask her what bonus tracks will be available..when the video is premiering… what promo dates she will have and what the second single will be (and when)? and how she would describe her new cd?

    😉

  31. lala February 20, 2010

    oh and tell her she got fans in germany ;))))))))

  32. Brittany February 20, 2010

    When did Monica ever diss Beyonce? I would really like to know that because she always got good things to say about her.

  33. Destined February 20, 2010

    Will her and Whitney ever collaborate since she said that will be her ultimate wish? I think that would be a hot track. Love her and that soulful voice of hers!

  34. Dave February 20, 2010

    I’m not even sure what to ask. I feel like I know it all being on the internet, & watching her show. Just ask her what does she plan to do now with this album as opposed to her last album(s)? Does she plan to do a major promo tour? have her on US Tour & or (World Tour)? Who are some of her favorite artist out today (Doesn’t matter what genre, all/any artists) & that’s about it. Ask her would she ever do a joint tour w/ another artist (& if so who) or what new artist would she like to open up for her if she toured?

  35. Futeristic 29 February 20, 2010

    Hey ThatGrapejuice.net & Hi, Monica!!!!!

    1. my question is, being one of the few, but still standing, REAL singer’s form the 90’s, what is your take on female representation in the Black community today, with so many of our young wemon are being potrayed as nothing more than Bitche’s ,w****’s and S** objects. etc. in the Eye’s of their male counterpart’s, in the music industry today.

    2. i would like to know what is or what was your relationship with Aaliyah and Brandy back then, and what are your feeling’s Now about those 2 since you guy’s were all young and in your prime when you began performing.

    3. With so many of of our young talents from the rough communitie’s of the U.S. looking for instance fame so early and at any cost (i.e. The Illumanati), what advice would can you really share with us, aa far as singning contract’s and being in control of you artisty as a musician.

  36. cheryl February 20, 2010

    About time Sam i been waiting on this Monica interview…..

    I want to know will Monica be doing any duets with male or females in music anytime soon cause she has such an amazing voice?

    Will she be getting more into acting and woud she ever do a sitcom?

    Monica has the most adorable kids in the business would she ever put them on Nickelodeon for a tv show…i think they woul do well cause they so outgoing?

    How does she stay so grounded and humble in the business especially being so
    talented and all the praise she gets for her voice?

    When can we Congratulate her and rocko on their nupitals cause i know mo will be a Beautiful bride?

    Lastly when will you start working on the next album after this one “Still Standing”….?

  37. Anan2 February 20, 2010

    Can u ask her how many songs will be on her new album? please ask if INFINITY’s gona be on da album? Let her know it is one of the song everybody is looking forward to hear on the album.

    which artist’s album are you looking out for this year?

    what is her favourite song on the album?

    what is her favourite song of the moment?

    would she like to have more kids in the future?

    One artist she would like to collobrate with?

    what is her diet?

    Does her label organised suffcicant promotion for her new album?

    what do you think of labels on this century? why does so many artists struggle?

    Will she travel here (UK) to promote the new album?

    I WOUDL LIKE TO THANK TGJ(Sam & Trent) FOR THIS OPPORTUNITY! my favourite blog since 2007!

  38. Kenney February 20, 2010

    You been through a lot Monica. You’ve witnessed a horrrible thing that only a small percentage of people witness in their lifetime. You’ve had a few albums since that incident that didn’t perform well and they both portrayed a different and more stronger side of you each time. With a lead single like “Everything to Me” and you’re album titled “Still Standing” how does that song fit into the whole concept of Still Standing when it’s clearly a love song and this album is suppose to be about your strength?

  39. cheryl February 20, 2010

    OH AND SAM ASK MONICA WILL THERE BE A OFFICIAL REMIX FOR “EVERYTHING TO ME”?

  40. Antertain February 20, 2010

    @ jakeea

    1st of all being a jackass is a waste of time and although your a pro at it, I suggest you retire at being one.
    Monica & I are the same age but thanks for knowing my black hasn’t cracked much (12 is abit dumb tho but it sums you up!!)

    2nd Monica has never EVER dissed Beyonce and they are actually cool & Bee likes Monica a lot.

    PEOPLE WHO HAVE NOTHING BETTER TO DO THAN CHAT RUBBISH WHY BOTHER!!
    Relevant questions WELCOME!!

    TEAM MONICA
    Still Standing!

  41. cheryl February 20, 2010

    ALSO ASK MONICA HOW MISSY FEEL ABOUT THE SONG SHE RE-DID BEING A HUGE FAVORITE TO THE FANS AND BEYOND?

  42. trevor graham February 20, 2010

    will there be a bonus disc with ” Infinity” ” All I Know Is Me ” And ” Never Give Up “

  43. dee February 20, 2010

    Love Monica, I would love to know if she plans to do any of the music festivals in the Caribbean. Also can we expect a live cd in the near future.

  44. hihihihi February 20, 2010

    OH AND PLEAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAASE ASK HER

    WOULD SHE EVER DO A REGGAE SONG I KNOPW RANDOM BUT PLEASE ASLK

  45. Da’ja February 20, 2010

    Question for Monica: What’s the best advice that you can give to new artists coming up in the music industry? 2nd Question: Who is your hairstylist? beauty tips?

  46. Luis February 20, 2010

    Would you ever work with Beyonce!?

  47. Pucci February 20, 2010

    1. Will you every do another collaboration with Brandy?

    2. What will the next single be?

  48. Independent Thinker February 20, 2010

    Please don’t ask Monica any questions about Beyonce? This new phase of her life,her family,the show,the album,the clothing line;those things have nothing to do with Beyonce. Please don’t disrespect her that way. This interview is about Monica and what’s really going on in her life and career. I don’t think Sam should entertain rumours,speculations or Beyonce’s ridiculous Stans. PLEASE DON’T BRING UP THAT CHICKS NAME.

  49. Tiffany February 20, 2010

    Thank You Independent Thinker. They always have to bring her name up in every single conversation with everybody. This post and interview is about MONICA.

  50. BrandyNMonicaStan February 21, 2010

    can’t wait to see what she says love Mo ! Ask her why her label only lettin her put 10 songs on the new joint ?

  51. BrandyNMonicaStan February 21, 2010

    @independent thinker WELL SAID !!! THESE BEYAWNCE STANS WORK MY NERVES !!!!!!

  52. Kristin February 21, 2010

    Only assholes calll Beyonce, Beyawnce. Either get a dictionary or Google her, or just stay off the internet loser.

  53. Jerome117 February 21, 2010

    Hey Monica, this is ur biggest Australian fan (Jerome1211 on twitter)

    Do u have any plans to do more movies in the future?

    Are u going to do any international promo/touring with this album? I would
    love to see u in Australia!!

  54. JoshuaBuzz February 21, 2010

    1. Will the proposed joint tour, duet or even duet album with Brandy ever realise? Now that Brandy has taken on new rap persona as Bran’Nu, would she ever have her rapping on a track, or remix?

    2. Would she ever collabo with her former backing singer Michelle Williams? After all this time, did they stay in touch? How did she feel when Michelle joined Destiny’s Child and enjoyed such phenomenal success?

    3. “Still Standing” leaked and was received by the fans with great excitement. Radio picked it up and it debuted on the charts and then…nothing. The impression fans got was that the song didn’t get pushed just so they could proceed with the reality show? Is there any chance that it will still be giving a full release in future, especially now with Luda riding the charts?

    4. What is her exact relationship with Ludacris and Ciara? Are they just friends, cousins, or what? She is well known for her cameos in Ciara’s videos, would she ever collabo with her?

    5. Most of her music has a very distinct “Monica” sound, with the two most notable exceptions being Everytime Tha Beat Drop, which wasn’t well received, and Still Standing, whose release was cancelled. How does she feel about stepping outside her safety zone? How did the negative reaction to Everytime Tha Beat Drop affect her, does she feel wary of experimenting with new sounds since then? Are there any genres or artists she would like to collabo or experiment with?

    6. Is there any plan to promote outside of US? If so, she should really go with Still Standing as lead single.

    7. Will she ever collaborate again with Whitney, Faith Evans? Somebody Bigger Than You & I was amazing. Is there anyone she would like to collabo with she hasn’t been able to?

    8. How does she feel about re-releases? Justified or ripping off the fans?

    9. What will be next US single?

    10. Will the current single be released to Mainstream/Top 40 radio?

    11. Is there any major promo performances planned as of yet?

    12.

  55. Tay tay February 21, 2010

    hey, mo,
    i love you soo much,yur one of my favorite celebrities besides from keyshia cole,eve,amerie,trina,mary j blidge… well you get it.what im trynna say is i like the real people that speak whats on there mind.like you do. im only 15 years old from new jersey.when your show came on i told basically everyone to make sure they watch your show on bet at 10 pm. i wasnt playing. im soo excited for yur new albulm to drop. im definatley gonna go get it. If i had so much money i would buy like so many copies of yur albulms.just so yu can get the best selling r&b albulm. yur kids are beautiful.yu should have more… like asap. and yu and rocko should get married. well im not saying what you should do… tell melinda i said hi.. and your family. oh and i think keyshia is going to make you her sons godmother.i hope cause you are a wonderful mom!..and im gonna download rockowildlife mixtape. i never went to a concert before. i want too so im hoping i can go to your tour your having on bet. i live in sicklerville.but there is never a concert holding down here. its always in atlantic city or philly.i cant wait to see your video on bet tuesday… your the best and realiest.and your all the way turnt up wen you talking business. Bye, and thanks for reading this long message coming form a teenager.Hope everything goes well with this cd. p.s. i like when u say let go and let god!

  56. jbbbbb February 21, 2010

    ask her how she feels about beyonces rise?

  57. hihihihi February 21, 2010

    I GOT MORE SAM PLEASE ASK THEM

    IS SHE RAPPING ON THE ALBUM AGAIN

    CAN SHE SHAR EMORE LIGHT ON LABLE POLICITS WHY NOW EVERY ARTIST ONYL GETS 10 SONGS
    WHY IS THAT AND WHY DID IT CHANGE

    ANBD I AGREE ASK HER WHAT THE NEXT SINGLE WILL BE AND IF EVERYTHIGN WILL BE RELEASED TO POP RADIO

    PLEASE ASK HER ABOUT SHES IST STKL COOL WITH DMX

    AND THE REGGAE QUESTION

    PLEAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAASE

    AND IF WE NEED TO WAIT ANOTHER 4 YEAR FOR THE ALBUM

    THOISE ARE THE MOST IMPORATANT ONCE

    IF SHE WAS A LESBO WOULD SHE SLEEP WITH RIHANNA

  58. Anita February 21, 2010

    Hey Mo

    How is your relationship with JRecords? Have you ever considered leaving them for another label?

    Do you watch other reality shows? If so which ones do you like?

    What will your 2nd season of your reality show focus on?

    Will you be doing any acting projects?

    Will you be going on tour soon? Who would you like to tour with?

  59. Stan February 21, 2010

    1) Will a deluxe edition of the album be available?
    2) Are there plans for a re-packaging of the album with more tracks?
    3) Any plans to tour? (A Brandy/Monica tour would be HOT!)
    4) “All I Know is Me” was shown on your BET show and it was FIRE! Why was it left off of the album? Anyway we could hear a finished version of the track? (Maybe a TGJ exclusive ?)

  60. MonicaFan February 21, 2010

    Honestly speaking am I the only Monica fan that is tired of hearing Brandy’s name whenever Monica’s name comes up. Thát’s so 98, like give it up.

    1- Monica, a lot of your internatonal fan base feel that you’ve neglected them during both the After the storm and Makings of me eras. Are there any plans for you to rekindle your relationship with your international fan base?

    2- You’ve often mentioned that you’d love to record a song with your mom. Is that stil something you’d like to do and if so when will duet happen?

    3- Other celeb’s have shown appreciation for your voice, Mary J blige as acknowledged it and as did Whitney Houston. Will you ever record a duet with another female that has the vocal powers like yourself, example Celine Dion, Whitney Houston, Leona Lewis?

    4-Have you ever considered dueting with Andrea Bochelli on “the prayer?”

  61. marymag February 21, 2010

    why wont you leave the tired atl producers behind?? why wont you hire different producers from CA or somewhere? wen are you going to fire you relatives and hire competent qualified people to handle your career?

  62. BrandyNMonicaStan February 21, 2010

    @Kristin I think you are the one that needs a dictionary. I have never seen spelled with three “l”s you asshole ! oh, and FYI I like Beyonce has well but I love Monica and Brandy so don’t try to come for me because your so- called Queen B can be very boring at times.

    BRANDY AND MONICA 4 EVER !!!!!

  63. BrandyNMonicaStan February 21, 2010

    I forgot to put in the word call but you are still an asshole to the tenth power !!!!

  64. B February 21, 2010

    Monica,

    1) What happened to the song that you and Brandy were supposed to record?
    2) Will the album be coming with a deluxe edition?
    3) What happens to the songs that are left off of albums?
    4) Will you be starting your own record label?
    5) Through seeing Keyshia Cole’s show, I see that you and her are very close. How did that come about?
    6) What other goals do you have besides music?
    7) When does the movie “Pastor Brown” come out?

  65. X,Y,”and Z” February 21, 2010

    I can’t front – NO, I won’t do it – that ain’t me: I LIKE THIS CHICK! I saw her show and I like her; she’s proud of her family – shows ’em off at EVERY-CHANCE she gets – LOVES HER!!!

    MONICA : ‘Really-talented’; ‘Really-real’; ‘Realest-reality’;’Role-model-reality’;Reality-role-model’!!!

    Few, ‘ARE-as-deserving,’ of OUR-affection, as Monica: …..Brandy/Chrisette Michele/Jill Scott/Ledisi/Keisha Cole…the list is short; those aforementioned-names, comes- immediately to mind.

    Y’all ‘keep-it-real’: watch her show; more-importantly: BUY HER CD!!!!!

    X,Y,”and Z” — OUT!!

  66. Steffon February 22, 2010

    Will there be another BRANDY/MONICA duet?

  67. Chaz February 22, 2010

    Ask her about Brandy.

    Are they friends now?

    What was up with the supposed rivalry between the two back in the day?

    Will they ever duet again?

  68. cheryl February 22, 2010

    3,4 AND 5 BRANDY FANS THI IS ABOUT MONICA AND SAM PLEASE DONT ASK MONICA NOTHING ABOUT BRANDY…WE WANNA HEAR THE MUSIC TV SHOWS AND FUTURE PROJECTS………….THANK YOU!

  69. Mariah February 22, 2010

    Any movies in the near future?

  70. TyeBaby February 23, 2010

    How have the experiences (both good and bad) in your life affected your music? How is that shown on your new cd?

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