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Hey! If you’re a fan of those awkward, unexpectedly tense interview moments with R&B artists, I have a few fun scenarios we could dive into. Picture your favorite R&B icons getting asked just a little too much, pushing them to answer the tough questions they’d rather dodge.

Scenario 1: The Jhené Aiko “Post To Be” Interview

It’s 2014, and Jhené Aiko is promoting her feature on Omarion’s hit song “Post To Be.” Dressed effortlessly in a matching CELINE sports bra and leggings, she’s poised and chill—until the interviewer brings up that infamous lyric about “eating the booty like groceries.” They press her on if it’s a dealbreaker in relationships, quizzing her with a hint of teasing. Jhené laughs, blushes, and tries to stay cool, fending off those awkward questions as she navigates the press with a mix of humor and subtle defensiveness.

Scenario 2: H.E.R. on Defending Her Legacy

In this scenario, H.E.R. sits down for an interview, only to find herself defending her career. It starts off friendly, with questions about her success as a guitarist, but quickly shifts into a deeper interrogation. The interviewer asks why she still wears her signature sunglasses everywhere, why it’s been over three years since her last album, and even questions if she’s “falling off.” H.E.R., always eloquent, doesn’t hold back—she talks about her five Grammy wins, her packed tour schedule, and drops a subtle flex, saying she’s “50 million up.”

She goes into a passionate explanation about artistry and timing, comparing herself to a Rolex. “I had my whole life to make my debut album, but suddenly fans expect a follow-up in three years?” She discusses the intense pressure that artists feel to constantly produce, using the metaphor of a Rolex to explain the value of time when you’re a successful artist. With a mix of humor and hard-hitting honesty, she defends herself with elegance, showing the complexity of an artist’s journey and the luxury of taking one’s time.

Scenario 3: Kehlani and the “Nunya” Goggles

For this one, we dive into Kehlani’s press run for her While We Wait mixtape, and the lead single “Nunya,” featuring Dom Kennedy. The interview is going great—she’s talking about her music, the journey behind the mixtape, and her experiences as an openly bisexual artist in the industry. Everything is positive and relaxed until the host starts asking about her “Nunya” music video. Specifically, they’re really curious about the ski goggles she wore throughout the snowy Aspen set, even though there’s no skiing involved in the video.

The host jokes, asking why she’s wearing goggles for no apparent reason, clearly not understanding the vibe Kehlani was going for. The jokes go on a bit too long, and Kehlani starts to get visibly annoyed, feeling like they’re poking fun at her creative choices. It becomes a little tense as she defends her fashion statement, explaining that it’s about the aesthetic, not the activity. The interviewer keeps prodding, and Kehlani’s patience is clearly wearing thin, adding a layer of subtle tension to the lighthearted interview that’s bound to make viewers uncomfortable.

If you’re up for any of these scenarios, or have other interview-inspired ideas in mind, let’s chat! Whether you want to play the artist navigating these press hurdles or the interviewer pressing the buttons, this could be a fun dive into the chaotic world of media, fame, and the personalities that keep us intrigued. 😊