If you know anything about Monica, you’ll know she’s actually incapable of making a bad album.
Corny? Perhaps.
Factual? No doubt.
Indeed, while her latest effort ‘New Life’ wasn’t as strong as 2009’s ‘Still Standing’, the ‘So Gone’ vocalist stands in the unique position of seeing all of her LPs receive critical acclaim, even when they are unable to do so commercially.
Now, as to ensure ‘Life‘s follow up surpasses her prior efforts, she has enlisted ‘Use Me’ singer Miguel to help craft the project, as seen in snaps released to fans today.
More below!
In the pics, the 32 year old star can be seen getting all kinds of silly with Mr. Adorn, shortly after fans caught wind of news that her new LP would also feature cuts produced by Mike Will Made It, Missy Elliott and ‘Irreplaceable‘ masterminds, Stargate.
We can’t wait to hear what they cook up! So, until we get to hear it, join us in enjoying what’s below:
YASSS whatever there doing its gonna be hot.
Monica needs to stop trying to be Anita Baker/Oleta Adams. Ever since she got clowned for going a little too far left with “Every Time the Beat Drop,” she’s been on this hardcore Urban-AC kick and it’s not doing anything for her. She was never a peppy poppy singer, but her hooks used to be stronger and more memorable. She’s only 32, but acts like she’s 50. She doesn’t need to be working with Miguel. And she needs to get back together with Dallas Austin and JD. What Kelly Rowland is doing is basically what Monica needs to do.
I disagree. I personally believe one should stay true to who they are. Like you, I never viewed Monica as Pop. She is one of the few artist who have stuck to their R&B roots. She may not be a commercial success anymore, but if you listen to her interviews she will basically tell you she doesn’t care. Her music reflects her life. Kelly Rowland on the other hand decided to take the “Heaux Route.” Don’t get me wrong. Kelly used to be my fav in DC, but once she realized that being innocent Kelly was getting her no where, she got a boob job, took off her clothes, and started singing about s**. Now I can’t stand her. Every song is about s** w/ her and I’m tired of it. Monica: Please stick to your guns. Poppers may not buy it, but you got a buyer in me.
I totally agree with you. That is why I love Monica. She stays true to her audience and that is what I love about her. She does not need to conform to whats in. That is why after all these years she is still in the game and people still call her and book stages. She not only rock out at Hip Hop concerts and performs with (T.I, Gezzy, etc, but also Jazz Festivals and R&B Concerts) Why? Because she can still SING LIVE! Go Monica!
Is Miguel going to finally come out of that ‘well-hidden’ closet anytime soon and let some air in?
No? Okay.
I love Monica by the way. This White boy loves ‘Before you walk out of my Life’. 🙂
There probably making n i g g e r music together ….apes
This is going to be my first and last time replying to your pathetic ass. Reflect on this B****… If you hate n*****s (you so eloquently call them) so much, why do you go out of your way everyday to discuss them? Do you want to secretly be like them? YES! Do you want a big, black penis in your cooch? YES! Are you envious of them? YES! B**** imma let you stew on that s*** while I go about my life not giving a f*** about yours. GOOD DAY!
Lady GaGa and Rihanna are on a break, so all these lessors are trying to make comeback. I wish them well though -____-
Last time I checked Monica never went anywhere so how is she making a comeback? And sweetheart Rihanna isn’t on a break. Her ass is just too damn lazy to promote her tour and put out videos for songs like “Loveee Song” and “Pour It Up”, which are no longer on heavy rotation.
YES ! FINALLIY MO IS BACK ! IT´S TIME 4 SOME REAL R&B OUT THERE !
I am so glad Monica is returning I need some more soulful singing in my life.
Monica is a Vocal Beast. Seen her live many times & she never disappoints. New Life was an “R&B Soul” cd…sadly, R&B Soul is on life-support. A well balanced R&B Contemporary Cd w/ soul, pop & dance appeal will do her some good. With a voice like Monica’s all you need is the right material. Wish her the best!!
Not sure who this lady is….
And who the f*** are you?
Millions know Monica muthafuka
All her albums are good.
I love Mo
not here for Flopnica
Say what you want, but she still making albums. Obviously someone is still for her!
and nobody knows who you are
Call her Monica, flopica, ms. thing, or whatever- you will NEVER have her voice, success or money
HAVE SEVERAL SEATS IN YOUR INVISIBLE CHAIR
Monica is good. I Love her and you just have to love her.
“BEFORE YOU WALK OUT MY LIFE”
WOW to think she was barely 15 when she sang that song…Her,Brandy and Aaliyah were my favorite t*** idols of the 90s
this b**** a flop ass h** cuh
.. and A f***** ass nobody to comment
🙂
:-l
lol this irrelevant h** is only working with Miguel cause beyonce worked with him.. Monica you were hot in the 90s enough said
Please save it!
Yessssssss Mo!!!! Lets GO !!!!!!!!!!!! Album 7 baby!!!!
Miguel is hot imo. His album was one of 2012´s best too. I admit I didn´t care about him until last September but with all the great reviews and a really high metascore I had to check that album and I loved it
ur obviously just a band wagon fan
Why? I said I didn´t really discover him until last September. Band wagon fans are the ones who support an artist when it´s cool and is selling albums like it´s nothing. It´s not Miguel´s case so your point is absurd
Aint nobody checking for her tired ass
Well please tell me who they checking for “Brand Nu” please share with us!
Bran loves Mo so stop it okay, fellow star!
Thank You!
Hope she smashes but I don’t use her music
B****** need 2 STOP coming for Monica… Shes consistent and i LOVE her music. Plus shes beautiful.
Luv it get it moñica..always checkiñg for oñe of the
Most taleñted gorgeous lady in music..
Brañdy fanz stay mad, moñica cant help if her cd
Sold more than ole girl in first week plus mo had
Ño hit but your fav with a hit lmao….get a life moñica
Comiñg stroñg again and watch she make gold like be
Before…..
I am so in love with Monica. She stayed true to her genre and her fans. She is authentic and does not care about the fame, its the music. When you have talent like hers albums will always be made. So what she not running around camera hungry and getting naked, but being an artist who just wants to sing. I cannot wait. ALbum 7 lets go Mo.
Its not too late to quit the biz and become a church woman .
I won’t mention the ‘F’ word
Go join a church choir, pass around a collection basket.
Think bout it , u’d slay the hell out of this new career
Think about it!
Monica is BEAUTIFUL but all of her music sounds alike, sorry. It wouldn’t kill her to experiment with her voice & different sounds. And I’m NOT talking about pop/dance.
Child cheese dusty ass brandy stars wanna try to come up and hate on monica. Child chart check please and see who the f*** checking for brandy in the music world. Last time I checked monica was doing a little better than her in the music relm.
A lot better than Brandy LOL
Neither of them have had a platinum album in 10 years. “Full Moon” & “After The Storm” were both certified platinum in 02 & 03, respectively.
Both had gold certifications “Afrodisiac” & “Still Standing”.
Two underperforming albums… “The Makings Of Me,” & “New Life” ; “Human” & “Two Eleven”
They’re about the same IMO. Monica has had more successful singles recently though…
Love them both.
I would have to disagree with the comment. Although i have all of Monica’s earkier albums, i have found the latter ones to be quite lackluster both musically and vocally. I’m glad she is back in the studio and i hope she brings it
MIGUEL IS NOT GAY!!! I REPEAT MIGUEL IS NOT GAY!!! HE LIKES JELLY NOT FUDGE!!!
Truth is Monica like Fantasia and many other REAL singers make so much money doing live shows that they don’t get caught up in the pilitcal BS I saw Monica at Jazz in the gardens and was FLOORED this girl sang her ass off. Standing O after her Whitney tribute. Right now hip hop is more popular not many real R and B singers are selling huge numbers not even Kelly . She charts on other people’s songs but Monica first week was bigger than hers Brandys and more. I do feel Monica is so authentic that she will be fine. And for those who say try a new sound I’m sure that’s exactly why she’s in the studio with Miguel. As for the Monica vs brandy PLEASE STOP IT… It’s not the 90’s I love both and it makes your Fav look so bad when you jump on blogs sounding nuts it’s like this. Have faith in your Fabs talent and don’t come for others because the karma can be vicious. Both women are wonderful and TOTALLY different.
Interesting, i love women duets.
@S******
When you call my name
it’s like a little prayer
i’m down on my knees
i’m gonna take you there
in the midnight hour
i can feel your power
just like a little prayer
you know i’ll take you there
It took me 20yrs to finally understand this song…and chile..
Why?
Don’t mind me…i was just imagining Miguelita singing Francine that song in an empty room…
on a serious,i’ve been taking keen interest in madonna’s music as of late..i must admit,all her albums are good,well except HARD CANDY
*@S****** BLONDE
YES, but even Hard Candy has good songs in it but yeah Spanish Lesson was—–what the hell she was thinking, she must have been drunk.
Lol,ryt?i will never understand her at times…I love the concepts in her music videos as well but whereas the 80s was her most successful decade,the 90s was clearly her most artistic
My mama all ways cry when her song one love in a life time some like that come on lol Brandy fans is 211 certified aluminum foil yet??? Beyonce snatch the fur of the c*** face B**** head a long time ago. Her and her lil frend chris brown need to be in jail stay pressed by.
No one cares about Mariah or madona they old ass b****** ^^^
People can say what they want but monicas 20 years in…never once had to resort to singing in bathrooms, or lying & stealin song writing cred to get where shes at. shes always been real and true to herself. thats why shes on the end of ya tongues.
Monica yodels like a f****** lamb. All of her songs sound the same and she always plays it safe vocally. She needs to step her game up. All the way up.
Monica and Miguel…hmmmm…..I’m feeling it. Honestly, Monica NEEDS a jolt in the creativity department. I.m not being negative. I’ve loved Monica from the beginning. But “New Life” was so monotonous. I want her to take some risks on this album (remember how “Street Symphony” as the opening track on ‘The Boy Is Mine’ made us go crazy?!). Looking forward to this collaboration.
*News Flash* Monica and Brandy are cool. Why are the fans still acting ridiculous? Plus, their music has NOTHING in common. It’s time to let this go.
This little girl is a bore!!!!
She acts likes she has to prove herself, she over sings all the damn times. I culd like her voice if she didnt over sing all the damn time.
She is s bore to watch on stage, stands there stands there and… Stands there.
No one jus stands and sing anymore!
She acts like she try to be so perfect, I b like b**** live a little. She break out of no whr talking bout how real she is, talking bout God and preaching all the damn time.
She never smile, she always overly serious, I b like b**** get on some kush or gas and live relax.. Have fun.
Y this b**** hold these loooong ass notes????? I find dat s*** so funny, I b like damn b**** it is not dat serious
She stay tryna prove she a better singer, I dont give a f***, her music is not that damn hot!
Monica And Brandy fans lets UNITE for the sake of REAL MUSIC!
It’s sad to have a buunch of fans of other flopping artist to make these negative comments lol. Monica is LEGEND and she uses her voice and her passion for music to keep her here for over 18 years when everybody else trying to be Beyonce. I need yall to get it together. Don’t waste your time, Monica will be here and be a success story.
Ever since Monica sang some good songs in the past those songs were better for her. I agree with B-hill about what monica should do. Monica should work with JD and Dallas Austin or some good producer that will produced good songs for her. The song she did with Brandy was alright. But i think Monica should take a long break from music. As for Kelly Rowland her last album wasn’t all about s** it was about relationships you gotta listen to her last album before you say that all her songs about s**. Her song ” Kisses down low ” is a nice song. If Monica was thinking about making a good comeback then do good up beat and fun songs that most people would like. There is some r&b singers killing it right now. But most of the r&b singers has better songs then Monica ever does. Monica needs to stop doing ok songs and do good that most people would like.
I had to type this here. Beyonce fans have run out of card, so they beat the same dead horse that OLD 45 year beyonce is richer than a girl half her age. Well, bey has been out longer and is 45. Most of 45 year olds tend to be richer than people in their 20′s, excluding JB who is 19, worth 100 MILL.
RIH IS RICH B****, richer than beyonce was that age in 2006. Let me break it down: 2011 rih was on the forbes just behind beyonce with $ 29 mill – she was 23
2012 she was on the forbes list AHEAD OF BEYONCE WITH $ 53 MILL something beyonce did not have at that age. Sp from 2011 to 2012 she made $ 82 million. But, before 2011, she had the GGGB era, deals with cover girl, Vita cocowater, she had a tour that madea healthy $ 40 mil, she had Nike deal, clinque deal, H&M, Nivea, Mansion in Loz Feliz taht she copped in 2008 when she was a t***, home in beverly hills she paid over $ 4 million. If she is so broke and poor how does she afford mansion in LA?
betweeen 2006 to 2010 HOW MUCH MONEY DID SHE MAKE OF AGLM ERA, GGGB, LOUD AND TTT ERA? SHE MADE MILLIONS she was worth at least $ 30mill . Add the 29 mill in 2011, then 53 mill a year later, what does that come to? THAT IS $ 124 MILLION AS OF 2013.
THIS( 2013) IS HER BIGGEST YEAR TO DATE: SHE WILL MAKE MORE THAN 53 MILLION LAST YEAR AND THIS WILL PUSH HER UP $ 200 MILLION AND SHE IS 25. BEYONCE WAS NOT WORTH $ 200 MILL AT 25.
RIHANNA IS RICHER THAN BEYONCE.
Real talk sessions:
Signed at 12yo
1st album out at 14yo
Hot RnB albums with many excellent songs.
Strong powerful vocals that are industry respected as well as by her fans and many non-fans.
Grammy award winning artist with now 20years of longevity and on her 7th album.
NEVER BEEN DROPPED BY A LABEL
If she is a flop then I’d love to flop like that!!!
Lets get it Mo! Doves love you and others respect you!
I think Monica should focus on something else other then singing because what if she gets sick then she might have to take a break because of her singing. Monica should focus on acting other then music. Most of her songs that she had from 2 years ago was being ok. But the new life album got better then the album she had before that. I like monica as music artist but i think she should do what is best for her career. I like the songs she had before with missy elliot and couple of years ago.