It’s 14 years since Brandy and Monica shook up the scene with their blockbuster hit ‘The Boy Is Mine’.
Fast forward to today and the still-young divas are confirmed to be cooking up another duet. And while their last outing saw Darkchild wear the producer hat, this go round sees the ladies hook up with ‘Motivation’ hitmaker Rico Love.
Check out what Love had to say of the collaboration after the jump…
Via The Rap Up:
What can you tell us about recording with Brandy and Monica?
It was a really interesting situation because of the history that was in the room and the energy was so positive. It was electric. I really wanted to try my best to pull the most explosive vocals out of them. I wanted to create a story that picked up where “The Boy Is Mine” left off. It kinda carried on the next part of the story, just showing their growth and their maturity, and making it real and true to both singers. It was an amazing energy, an amazing vibe. The girls were all positive. It was just fun. We had a great time and I learned so much from both of them during the session.
How did the duet come together?
It was Monica’s idea originally because Monica heard the record and she was so excited about it. She was like, “Yo, I really think that this should be that thing, that next duet.” Then [RCA Records executive] Peter Edge and [Chameleon Records CEO] Breyon Prescott put it together.
How would you describe the track?
It’s a very soulful R&B song with pop sensibilities. I wanted to make sure I made it a classic R&B record, but I definitely wanted to make sure that it had enough appeal to cross over and become a Top 40 record. I wanted to include Beatles-sounding guitars. I made sure the melody was big enough for all genres and just a strong powerful vocal performance and strong content. I really don’t wanna give away too much because they wanna keep it under wraps as far as the title and the subject, but I can just say that it’s a very strong vocal that I got out of these girls and it’s a very strong subject. To say the least, it will be a shocker.
When they recorded “The Boy Is Mine,” they were not the best of friends. What was their chemistry like in the studio?
It was fun. They both had a blast. We laughed and hung out. They’re like old friends. They have so much history together. It was like sisters.
Whose album will the song appear on?
I believe it’s going to be on both of theirs, but obviously Monica [New Life] is coming out sooner than Brandy, so I believe it’s going to be on hers first. We did alternate versions for both girls’ albums. So the version that is on Monica’s album won’t be the version on Brandy’s album. Same song with slightly different things.
Did you feel pressure to deliver after the massive success of “The Boy Is Mine”?
Amazing pressure because no matter what, people on the blogs will comment, “Rico ruined it and it’s the worst song ever.” You always get those the first day the record comes out, but you gotta ignore that. “The Boy Is Mine” was No. 1 for like 13 weeks. The hype around it is so big now since the pictures came out the other day on Twitter. Honestly I’m the one that’s gonna take the fall for anything, so it’s huge pressure, but I thrive off that type of pressure. I feel like that’s why I wake up to do what I do, to continue to write songs for legendary artists, and try to reinvent the wheel as much as I can.
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Exciting stuff!
As risque as the collaboration is, this is one duo I’d readily embrace. Amazingly talented in their own right, the ladies have seasoned and honed their skills over the years, making this one duet we can’t wait to taste.
Pending then, check out our recent interview with Brandy herself:
38 COMMENTS
temeka haynes
January 12, 2012 at 12:45 pm
really hope Brandy and Monicas duet is similar to the boy is mine they grew up to be pretty girls i love monica but i like how her and brandy have a good friendship
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Lax
January 12, 2012 at 12:46 pm
Two Power House Artists, this will
be great!
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Lax
January 12, 2012 at 12:47 pm
The both look so Beautiful
and they are Dressed to Impress.
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BOOGIE BEEESH
January 12, 2012 at 1:06 pm
I CAN’T CONTAIN MY EXCITEMENT!! I’M BUY BOTH ALBUMS, THE SINGLE ON ITUNES, IN STORE, WHATEVER!!! YESSSSSSSS!!! CAN’T WAIT!
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Set Tings Strater
January 12, 2012 at 1:07 pm
It was a a dope classic.. something that defines Brandys Career, and her NSN Era.. Shes gonnna and is doin it all over agen.. thats what true artists too… Plus we get two alternative versions..LOvin that Idea!!
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MelyB
January 12, 2012 at 1:12 pm
I can’t wait to hear it.
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mobwife
January 12, 2012 at 1:15 pm
Wow they both look outstanding in the pic above. They both have great voices. I am very excited to hear the project. It’s time for true R&B divas to step back into the fold. Rih-YAWN wins Best R&B Female Artist at the 2012 PCA? Come the hell on!
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RosaRubbel
January 12, 2012 at 1:42 pm
I CANT WAAAAAIT!
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B4REAL02
January 12, 2012 at 1:57 pm
Awwww shit!!!! I can’t wit for this……I am a die hard Monica fan so LEGGO!!!!
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stan
January 12, 2012 at 2:06 pm
1. i’d love to listen to this record
2. they look stunning in that photo
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cocodior3069
January 12, 2012 at 2:12 pm
YYYYYYEEEEEEEEESSSSSSSSSS!!!!!!!!!!!
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BeyoncePolice
January 12, 2012 at 2:25 pm
Didn’t anyone learn from that disaster of a remake of Kelly & Nelly’s Dilemma back in 2010..never try to top an original…but i guess, lets see if this is a good song.
Follow me on Twitter @BeyoncePolice
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Jessica
January 12, 2012 at 2:58 pm
AWWWW YA!!! Can’t wait for this to drop!!!! Love both ladies since my teenage years, have all there albums, pre-ordered Monica’s, gonna pre-order Brandy’s album, two classy ladies from the game. Can’t wait!!!
#TEAMMONICA, #TEAMBRANDY= #1
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pat
January 12, 2012 at 3:15 pm
i need it NOOOOWWWWWWWWW!
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JP
January 12, 2012 at 3:18 pm
I love these two ladies. Hope they do not disappoint. The pressure is on!
B-Rocka 2012!
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Mariah4Life
January 12, 2012 at 3:30 pm
YES! Looking forward to hearing the REAL black divas making a return!
Bye Rihanna. You can never get down like this!
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truthis
January 12, 2012 at 3:53 pm
This is not kelly and nelly….anyways……………………………rolls eyes:)
Cant wait to hear this im Soooooooo hype!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!1
These two girls deserve their props and are Legends dam near!
Monica done hook me been listening to her song all week on
youtube…like her personality and she is very pretty…….
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Dax
January 12, 2012 at 4:03 pm
I welcome this. It’s about time real music made a comeback, I’m tired of this crappy dance and pop music everywhere. And yes, Rihanna is shitty. Hopefully real talent will finally make a comeback for 2012 and microwave popcorn acts like her will finally disappear.
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YOOSONDALOOSE
January 12, 2012 at 4:13 pm
Love this wow! This collab is going to be amazing!
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Popeater
January 12, 2012 at 4:15 pm
I’m a big fan of both of them. I’m sure it will be great!!!! Make it work Rico!
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B'ROCKANMOSTAN
January 12, 2012 at 4:16 pm
YAAAAAAAAAAAAASSSSSSSSSSSSSSS!!! THAT IS ALL!!!
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BitchIcantevenspellwelfare
January 12, 2012 at 4:58 pm
Yasssss! Cannot wait to hear this!
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MaZ
January 12, 2012 at 5:01 pm
Class ladies, talented, beautiful…Can’t wait for their new collaboration. Wish them all the success they deserve.
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A
January 12, 2012 at 5:13 pm
this sounds really exciting, another hit from them? lets hope so!
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B Lamont
January 12, 2012 at 5:30 pm
Can’t wait for this…so excited!!! Two beautiful and amazingly talented artists who put out REAL music. And Rico is a great producer too…love his music sensibilities!
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credits
January 12, 2012 at 7:16 pm
i’m glad for this. Brandy was neither confirming it, or denying it when they asked her in recent interviews. She was like, “yea we saw each other at the studio”. lol can’t wait.
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KWAME
January 12, 2012 at 7:25 pm
I HOPE RICO WILL OD JUSTIVE TO IT CU I FEEL LIKE HE IS TOO SIMPLETON….SMH.
HAPPY FOR BRAN AND MO THOUGH.
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MONICA AND BRANDY FAN
January 12, 2012 at 7:26 pm
Yes Yes and Yeeeeesssssssssss!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
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@antertain
January 12, 2012 at 7:51 pm
AMEN AMEN AMEN AMEN!!!!!
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CURLY SUE
January 12, 2012 at 9:42 pm
SOME THINGS SHOULD BE LEFT ALONE, BUT WE’LL SEE…
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Keona
January 12, 2012 at 10:46 pm
I am really glad that Brandy and Monica recorded a new song together because they are both 2 of my favs!!!!!! I dont think that they can top The Boy Is Mine and I hope they didnt try to recreate The Boy Is Mine either. I think the song will do very well simply because its Brandy and Monica!!!!!!! TeamBrandy 4ever and Im also TeamMonica love them both and very anxious and excited to hear them on a song together again after 14 years cant wait!!!!!!
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Sean Stone
January 12, 2012 at 11:33 pm
That sounds like its going to be hot …
@seanstonetsg
check Out my song
http://youtu.be/IK6p8byS2mA
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credits
January 12, 2012 at 11:36 pm
Just wait for the idiots to argue about which singer sounds better on the song, once it’s released.
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she did it again
January 13, 2012 at 12:32 am
its cool ladies. lets do this
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Songscribe
January 13, 2012 at 1:28 am
O.k, can’t wait. I agree with rico, the pressure its just too much. On the other hand, i think by the time Brandy’s album is released, the song will be washed out, and it won’t be fair for her, pliz try to balance this. I love the two ladies much.
Team Vocal Bible#1
Team Monica#1
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@DaRealRastaBwoi
January 13, 2012 at 5:41 am
I cant wait to hear both version,, I love them Both,,,
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