That Grape Juice are pleased to confirm that we will be interviewing R&B star Ashanti within the coming week.Having released her fantastic new album ‘The Declaration’ recently, the Grammy Award winning songstress is asserting her new-found freedom on, this, her latest effort.
Do you have any questions for Ashanti? As always, drop them in the ‘comments’ section. Remember, only appropriate questions will be considered. Thanks guys 🙂
Ask why is she still working with Brice Vick cuz he is whack
Ask her plans for the bet awards
When will the next video be shot
Please ask Ashanti if she considering making “Struggle” her 3rd single because it the deepest and best song on the CD THANKS!:)
-Chaperio from Atlanta
Ask if Good Good is the official next single. And what her relationship is with other R&B singers such as Beyonce, Alicia Keys, and Keyshia Cole.
+please don’t include other RUDE questions like the users are asking.
I’d love it if you asked her these questions on behalf of a UK based fan =)
What was the reason behind not officially releasing The Way That I Love You video/song as a single in the UK/internatoinally?
Out of the 52 tracks you recorded, you picked 12 for the album, and you said you hope to give out the other tracks to other artists if they want. However is there a chance we can have YOU release these tracks we’d love to hear YOU singing them! Especially the Other Robin Thicke Duet, Crime, and Click!
Also what was the track called Can’t Let Go, that many stores hadlisted on the tracklist?
Will you be coming back to the UK anytime soon on a world tour perhaps?
Please ask if she plans on releasing any of the other tracks she recorded for the album, i’m dying to here more. And I would also love to know also what her relationship is with other female artists, So THIS SO CALLED “THEY HATE HER” or “THEY DONT DO SPEAK TO HER” s*** can stop. Thanks.
Can you please fire Brice Vick as your choreographer. He seriously sucks.
Why yo album flop
Please hire Tina Landon for the bet awards or a better choreographer he just really sucks. we are saying this because we love you
will “Things You Make Me Do” be a single? and how was it working with Robin Thicke?
If you were not a musician, what would you be doing right now?
What do you think about other R&B singers that are taking over like, Beyonce, Alicia Keys, and Keyshia Cole? Are you friends with any of them?
ASK HER PLEASE THESE FOUR QUESTIONS:
What are her relationship with other R&B singers such as Kelly Rowland, Beyonce, Alicia Keys, and Keyshia Cole?
What do you do to ignore all the negativity being said about you?
Are you and Nelly still dating, because when he came out with Dilemma with Kelly Rowland, I thought he was dating her, but who is a officially dating, u right?
Will you ever corroborate with JaRule again, yall use to make some hot tracks?
Ashanti in your album Thank You’s you thanked Nelly for teaching you so much…what’s one thing that he taught you that you’ll never forget? Girl we know he spoils you so, my 2nd question is what is the most expensive gift he’s ever given you and don’t lie or laugh? Love Ya and I love your new album!!!
Who are some of your celeb. friends? and what was the hardest song to record on the album?
How do you feel about irv gotti throwing you under the bus in radio interviews(wendy williams) when rumours of you having an affair with him escalated??
Is everthing cool between you and Ja Rule?
A lot of people are assuming that you’ll go back to your acting career as your first week sales were lower than your previous releases – do sales really matter to you? Are you going to do what they’re presuming and will you continue to write and work on more music?
You’ve proven yourself to be a strong song writer but are you planning to do any writing for other artists?
A lot has happened since your four year leave from the music scene. What do you think about the artist that have established them selves since then like Ciara, Rihanna, Chris Brown and others?
i really like the song “struggle” off the album would u consider making that another hit on the screen
Honestly, yet unfortunatly, I am not surprised that The Declaration didn’t debut very well. And although ‘The Way That I Love You’ did exceptionally well and was definately a fantastic 1st single choice…Im unsure about some of the other tracks.
So one of my questions is surrounding big name, and overly used producers like Timbaland and Danja. What’s Ashanti’s stance on recording with them? Yes it is obvious that a lot of their stuff sounds the same and they are kind of the “in” thing to go to right now…but a single production with one of them could give Ashanti mainstream coverage again.
Basically the question is would she ever record with them?
I just want to say she stepped her game up and is she already making pans to record another album because other artist are sheeling out albums such as Beyonce, Rihanna, and Keyshia Cole.
Since you are such a good writer are you gonna write for other artist? How Do You Deal With People Who Think Negative of You
hey ashanti,
what uk female artists are u feeling..
have you heard of the following?
amy winehouse
adele
duffy
estelle
lisa maffia?
would u consider workin with any of these??
hope ur kool
nuff love sam, uk xx
What do you consider to be the Best written song on the LP.
Do you plan on doing a tour with this album?
From one of your biggest fans: Even though you didn’t outsell your previous albums with this one, we all know it’s because illegal downloading! people barely buy cd’s these days. ALl of your fans are routing for you still! But girl, release your “good good” asap! We need a hott summer jam!
Hey Asahnti, what is your official second single and when can we expect a video?? I heard itz Good Good but I wanna hear it from you.
Also, in your thank you’s u thanked Nelly for teachiing u a lot….what did he teach you??
Will we be able to hear any of the songs that didn’t make the album??
ASHANTI WHEN ARE YOU COMING TO AUSTRALIA?
Sam – just wanted to say again what brilliant work you do. Congrats on getting the interview!
I’d love for you to ask her, if you can:
1. What is the first UK single from the album as we haven’t heard what it is yet.
2. What singles are you hoping to release from “The Declaration”
3. How did you feel about “Concrete Rose” and what songs would you have liked to have released as singles from the project?
Thanks again!
Hi Ashanti
First I want to say that I loved the entire album. Your always an inspirational woman.
1) Can you give any tips for anyone who wants to start singing and breaking into the music scene?
2) I went to your site ideclareme.com and I’m proud that you’ve created a site for people to talk about their struggle. It’s a sense of relief to just blog what has held someone like myself down and overwhelmingly overcome the negativity.
3) I wanted to know how has your experience been since you’ve been a captain to your own ship. I think your a great example of an entrepreneur that exceeds and diversify yourself in all realms of life.
4) When are you going on tour?
5) I would like to hear you do a collaboration with one other female artist of your choice (well besides Shia, lol)?
And I want to say keep your head up because in this male dominated world, it’s twice as hard for women to get ahead and recognition for exemplifying courage and leadership.
Please ask:
-If she will be touring?
-Is it true she s giving up music for acting?
-Will she put out another book?
Also, let her know this is her best album to date!
What are her relationship with other R&B singers such as Kelly Rowland, Beyonce, Alicia Keys, and Keyshia Cole?
Is she releasing 4 singles and 4 videos
I want her to release So Over You as the third single and The Declaration or Girlfriend as the fourth single
How do you deal with a lot of the negativity and controversy you receive?
What other songs are you leaning towards to release as future singles?
Do you plan to work with Irv Gotti again in the future?
wat do you now plan to do to bring ur album to number 1? (i luv da song Declaration)- i alos have a video concept in mind for it if you want to know it
When is your style book coming out? I cant wait to see it
What other projects besides music and movies are you working on? i heard of accessories…i hope its true!!! love ya ashanti
What are your top fave 5 albums of all time?
What are your fave fashion designers?
What is your fave vacation spot?
When was the last time you cried and why?
Do you still keep in touch with your best friends from high school? I remember your group was called the Magnificent Seven, do you stay in touch with them all? Because I heard of celeb losing best friends because of their status…jealousy happens and what not.
Q1)
IS IT TRUE THAT CHARLI BALTIMORE & RAH DIGGA HAVE SIGNED WITH THE INC RECORDS AND WILL YOU EVER RECORD TRACKS WITH THEM AND OTHER FEMALE RAPPERS (Eve, Lil’ Kim, Jacki-O, Trina, Shawnna, Lil’ Mama, Da Brat, etc…)?, FOR YOUR OR THEIR ALBUMS?- IT WOULD BE REALLY GOOD!
Q2)
ALSO ARE YOU GOING TO RELEASE ANY TRACKS OFF “THE DECLARATION” HERE IN THE UK? IT’S YOUR BEST ALBUM AND PEOPLE OVER HERE PROBABLY NEED SOME ENCOURAGEMENT TO GO AND GET IT! IF YOU DO RELEASE PHYSICAL SINGLES OVER HERE, COULD YOU USE 1 OR 2 B-SIDES (THAT DIDN’T MAKE THE ALBUM) BECAUSE SALES ARE A LOT BETTER WHEN AN ARTIST PUTS NEW TRACKS INSTEAD OF B-SIDES (TRACKLISTS) AND I BUY THE SINGLES IF THEY HAVE A GOOD TRACKLIST
BTW, “THE DECLARATION” IS YOUR BEST ALBUM!!
Hey Ashanti. Can i just say The Declaration is a great album!!!
1. Why was The Declaration released in the UK without a lead single being released officially first? I feel that if you pushed The Way That I Love You in the UK, it could have been as big as Only U?
2. Did you find Only U’s success in the UK a suprise?
3. What female artist would you like to work with in the future?
4. Why do you think The Way That I Love You’s downloads didn’t take off, despite being successful on radio?
5. Will Good Good be the next single or So Over You?
6. Why didn’t you release Body On Me as lead single, as Nelly’s version is now doing very well?
7. Can we expect a re release?
Oh wow, Sam! Congrats on that “get”! I also want to know how she deals with the neg publicity and controversy too! it just makes me love her more!
This album can be a hit if she makes this single choice:
1. The Way That I Love You (Worldwide)
2. Body On Me (Worldwide)
3. You’re Gonna Miss (Worldwide)
4. Things You Make Me Do (USA, UK)
5. So Over You (USA)
6. Hey Baby (UK, Europe)
7. The Declaration (USA)
Make a video to everyone and start promote. Make a worldtour and promote promote. The key to sucsess these days is promoting with tours.
Please Ashanti, promote this wonderful album
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I heard you worked with Jim Beanz and Nate Danjahandz Hillz. How was it like working with them. And why didn’t their track make the album?
If you could select one of my questions for her, that would be great!
Do you have plans to go on tour in the next year or two?
Would you consider So Over You to be the third single?
How do you maintain your glamour?
Would you consider coming out with a Collectables II featuring bangers such as Switch, Hey Baby (After the Club), and You Can’t Deny It featuring Jim Jones as well as some other unreleased material?
What do you think about the state of the music industry today?
Do you see any other artists out there right now that may have copped a little bit of your style?
Do you have plans to do another song with your brother Ja?
Have you considered coming out with a clothing line or a line of bags or shoes or even weave?
Have you considered Girlfriend being a potential single?
What is your favorite songs on the new Mary album? My favorites are “Till the Morning, Work In Progress, Stay Down and What Love Is?”
If you could go on an all female tour what would be your lineup? Choose your top 4.
When will you finally reveal what actually happened with you and Murder Inc? Because everything ain’t cool like you say.
“The Declaration” is by far the BEST album I’ve heard from you period. I literally listened to the album just about everyday. You should have left Irv musically a long time ago.
I listen to Missjones in the morning everyday. Why won’t you do an interview on her show?
WOULD U EVER WORK WITH BEYONCE?
PLEASE ASK THIS!!!!!
WOULD U EVER WORK WITH BEYONCE?
PLEASE ASK THIS!!!!!
WOULD U EVER WORK WITH BEYONCE?
PLEASE ASK THIS!!!!!
WOULD U EVER WORK WITH BEYONCE?
PLEASE ASK THIS!!!!!
hey ahanti when are u going to perform in Ohio dont forget you have fans there 2.OH and i also read in your thankyou letter that nelly taught you so much what did he teach you?And do you see his kids when you go to ST.louis with him?
Okay my name is Benjamin, and im sure Ashanti has always got the comparison of Beyonce and Mary J Blige and i wanted to know how do you feel regards to those assumptions how do you stay as true as to as yourself as possible and I love “GIRLFRIEND” that song is hot of The Declaration. thanks xoxoxxoxoxox
What do you think about being the Princess of Hip Hop and RnB from May 2002 to August 2002?
Do you still consider yourself the Princess of Hip Hop and RnB?
Will you Record with Ja Rule again?
Since both yours and Nelly’s Career are both going down the drain, who will bring home the bread once brass knuckles is shelved?
How do you feel about actually having your album released?
Beyonce Knowles, and the Wig Crypt, Discuss.
Do you think another album of yours will see the light of day?
Letting your little sister Shi Shi out the house in her prom gown…
How she constantly keeps up on her fitness.
Ashanti you talk about how much you love kids and how you want an army…how is your experiences with your “GOOD GOOD friend” Nelly’s children and how old are they now?
Will the fans ever get to hear the production that she did with Kanye West, Swizz Beatz, Dr Dre or the Neptunes… Because We really wanna hear it?
Why wasn’t her sister Shia on the Album’s interlude this time?
What type of characteristics does she look for in a future artist for her label?
Will She ever dance again in one of her videos???… Because the fellaz love her as a dancer… No matter what the haters say…
Will she ever do anymore runway walking or fashion shows???
A lot of fans have wanted a Beyonce and Ashanti collaboration, kind of like they did with Brandy and Monica back in 1998, after fan demand they finally gave in, would you be interested in doing a collaboration with Beyonce in the future?
What are plans after this album?
Being that you and Nelly are housed on the same label, and both got album out or coming out soon, is it safe to assume we’ll see you guys on tour together in the near future?
Will you be shooting a video for ‘Body on Me’?
This is my questions to Ashanti.
Do you often times feel pressured by the industry to live up to a certain image?
What other goals beside making music and acting do you have for your career?
I love your book of poetry,could you possibly do another or if you were to release another book what would it be about? A novel or self-help like Hill Harper or Dr.Phil?
Ashanti, you and Nelly both are in great shape…do y’all ever workout together and what do say to people trying to say that Nelly’s on steriods?
Are you going to perform at the BET awards? The radio stations where I live are playing Good Good…when are you going to shoot a video for it…this is my jam please tell me soon!
HOW BIG IS NELLY AND HOW IS HE IN BED? SOOOOO CURIOUS…..
What songs you wish you would of recorded that was released by other artist that was big.
Will you ever do a duet album
Did you shop your other records that didnt make the album around if so did anyone choose them yet.
If you can record a song with any other female artist who would it be
Did you loose an movie role to any one if so what was it and how do you feel about it
1)Is a re-release edition of The Declaration in works?
2)You are a real, down to earth woman. In the industry is it hard to find people like yourself?
3)For aspiring musicians (producer), What advice would you give to help break on to the scene? To be exact how could a producer get his beats recognize?
4)Are you still going to release Body On Me as a single?
Do you really have a shoe line with kelis called keshanti?
-Are you AND KELIS still freinds what happened to your freinship?
WHY DID YOU DECIDE NOT TO PUT ANY
CLUB TRACKS ON THIS ALBUM! I LOVE
IT WHEN YOUR DANCING…DID YOU HAVE
SOME CLUB TRACKS THAT DIDN’T MAKE
THE ALBUM!
So you recorded 52 tracks….is there a chance we will ever get to hear some of the unreleased tracks???Also Struggle is a great song,that NEEDS be a single 🙂
P.S dont get discourged by those sales,look at it as another step you need to pass before you reclaim your spot at the top of the music indsutry!!!!!!!!And prove the doubters wrong
WHEN IS SHE COMING TO THE UK???
SAM, U GOTTA ASK HER ABOUT THAT SHE THINKS OF THE DRAMA WITH HER WEBSITE!!! LOLOL
Keyshia Cole said in a recent radio interview that she had just got your new album…what recent r&b albums do you own? What’s your favorite Nelly song?
PLEASE READ MY COMMENT TO ASHANTI: I’ve noticed in recent interviews that Nelly is very vocal when it comes to defending you and your situation with the Inc…has he been like your rock so to speak through this whole process? By the way you and Nelly compliment each other so well and you seem so much happier now…Good Luck with everything!
Ask her about Good Good. Like when’s the video coming out and what’s the concept going to be?
i would like you to ask if she is ever going to put together a cd with her unreleased songs and song the public has never heard before thanks
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id like to ask
whats happening with promo in the uk if this project is ever gonna be promoted over here and if not why.
and also would she consider re-releasing her album with a few more tracks , new videos etc to enhance the albums overall success
and another one is if she has ever felt like she’s let alot of hot material slip by not releasing much singles from her previous albums as there were so many massive contenders that never got the single treatment.
This would be an awesome question, but still very appropriate…
Ashanti, we’ve seen you at the top when you first came out when you made history with your debut album, Ashanti, selling over 500,000 copies in one week alone. At this point of your career, do you feel like an underdog because we know with the whole Murder Inc. situation, there were certain things you could not control?
IS THERE A REASON WHY YOU DIDN’T
NOT TO PUT ANY CLUB TRACKS OR FAST
PACED TRACKS ON THE ALBUM!
&&&&&&&&& WHY DID YOU LAUGH AT
BRITNEY SPEARS WHEN SHE PERFORMED
ON THE MTV VMA AWARDS?
WHY DIDN’T YOU WORK WITH DANJA OR
TIMBALAND?
Hey Ashanti,I love u so much!!
Are you really performing at the BET Awards? And can you give us a little hint at what your going to do.Alot of people are saying that you are going to be performing with nelly,is it true?
Ashanti a lot of women feel like your commiting the ultimate NO NO when you say Nelly is not your man…like it’s an open invitation for women to approach him…Do you feel like it’s cool to do that because Nelly knows what’s up and that’s all that matters?
You said Nelly helped you write Good Good…which one of you two came up with concept for the song? I find it interesting and cute that y’all wrote this song together!
@@@@@@ASHANTI ASHANTI ASHANTI!!!!!! If you could do your own ladies first tour(like the one Alicia Keys did a few years back) would you have on the bill and why?@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@
GrapeJuice Please Ask Some Exclusive Question That We Dont Hear ON Other Interviews Please!!…Your The Best Blog!
1.Do You Expect On Releasing Some Of The 52 Songs You Recorded Or Even Releasing A Deluxe Edition Of The Declaration?
2.Most Of Your Collaborations Include Other Males,Have You Considered Ever Working With Another Female In The Same Genre As You?
3.What Is The Concept Of the New Video And When’s It Expected To Be Released?Does Nelly Have That Good Good…Just Curious?HAHA
4.Describe A Typical Day In “Shany’s World”
When will this supposed interview be posted?
Please ask if she will put these HOT songs on her re-release of The Declaration:
Hey Baby (After The Club) – feat Mario Winans
Switch – feat Nelly
U Can’t Deny It (Ridah) – feat Jim Jones
These songs are too good to not be in a physical album.