Detroiters Braved the Snow for a Star-Studded Night as Brandy and Monica's 'The Boy Is Mine' Tour Heats Up
A sellout crowd braved the snow on Saturday, Nov. 29, at Little Caesars Arena in Detroit, making their way to what promised to be an unforgettable night of music with two of R&B's biggest icons, Brandy and Monica.
The 32-city tour, which has already made 24 stops, brings together two artists whose careers have been intertwined for decades. Born in different cities but raised in California, the duo rose to fame in the '90s and early 2000s with their powerful voices and distinctive styles - Brandy as the quintessential good girl next door and Monica as the 'hood kid from Atlanta.
Their first two albums - Monica's <em>Miss Thang</em> (1995) and <em>The Boy Is Mine</em> (1998), and Brandy's <em>Brandy</em> (1994) and <em>Never Say Never </em> (1998) - were both multi-platinum, earning each artist a Grammy Award. The tour promises to be an unforgettable night of music, with the duo performing 40 songs across six acts.
The show kicked off promptly at 8 p.m., featuring opening act Jamal Roberts, followed by Mya, who took the stage to perform her hit singles "Case of the Ex" and "My Love is Like…Wo". The singer gave away roses, posters, albums, and CDs to the crowd before leaving them disappointed with a last-minute announcement that Muni Long would no longer be part of the tour due to health concerns.
However, Kelly Rowland from Destiny's Child took center stage next, performing her hit "Motivation" along with classic songs like "Tender Love" and "Soldier". The singer looked and sounded as good as ever, even after a 15-year hiatus from touring. She admitted that this was her first time back on tour in over a decade.
After a short break and video intro, Brandy and Monica took the stage at 9:40 p.m., accompanied by a dozen backup dancers dressed in black and white outfits - a theme that continued throughout the night. The duo's performance featured six acts, with each artist showcasing their vocal prowess on songs like "Knock Knock" and "Best Friend".
Monica brought out three Detroit rappers - Kash Doll, Skilla Baby, and Icewear Vezzo - to perform their hits, further cementing her love for the city. The tour also highlighted the beef and rivalry between Brandy and Monica that was perpetuated by the media, but in reality, the two artists had a cordial relationship.
The show's final act featured both artists singing their iconic duet "The Boy Is Mine", along with a heartfelt dedication to Whitney Houston. Throughout the night, the duo showcased their incredible vocal range and chemistry, leaving fans in awe of their performances.
As Brandy and Monica's 'The Boy Is Mine' tour continues, it's clear that the quality and nostalgia of yesteryear's R&B still has a firm grip on music fans.
A sellout crowd braved the snow on Saturday, Nov. 29, at Little Caesars Arena in Detroit, making their way to what promised to be an unforgettable night of music with two of R&B's biggest icons, Brandy and Monica.
The 32-city tour, which has already made 24 stops, brings together two artists whose careers have been intertwined for decades. Born in different cities but raised in California, the duo rose to fame in the '90s and early 2000s with their powerful voices and distinctive styles - Brandy as the quintessential good girl next door and Monica as the 'hood kid from Atlanta.
Their first two albums - Monica's <em>Miss Thang</em> (1995) and <em>The Boy Is Mine</em> (1998), and Brandy's <em>Brandy</em> (1994) and <em>Never Say Never </em> (1998) - were both multi-platinum, earning each artist a Grammy Award. The tour promises to be an unforgettable night of music, with the duo performing 40 songs across six acts.
The show kicked off promptly at 8 p.m., featuring opening act Jamal Roberts, followed by Mya, who took the stage to perform her hit singles "Case of the Ex" and "My Love is Like…Wo". The singer gave away roses, posters, albums, and CDs to the crowd before leaving them disappointed with a last-minute announcement that Muni Long would no longer be part of the tour due to health concerns.
However, Kelly Rowland from Destiny's Child took center stage next, performing her hit "Motivation" along with classic songs like "Tender Love" and "Soldier". The singer looked and sounded as good as ever, even after a 15-year hiatus from touring. She admitted that this was her first time back on tour in over a decade.
After a short break and video intro, Brandy and Monica took the stage at 9:40 p.m., accompanied by a dozen backup dancers dressed in black and white outfits - a theme that continued throughout the night. The duo's performance featured six acts, with each artist showcasing their vocal prowess on songs like "Knock Knock" and "Best Friend".
Monica brought out three Detroit rappers - Kash Doll, Skilla Baby, and Icewear Vezzo - to perform their hits, further cementing her love for the city. The tour also highlighted the beef and rivalry between Brandy and Monica that was perpetuated by the media, but in reality, the two artists had a cordial relationship.
The show's final act featured both artists singing their iconic duet "The Boy Is Mine", along with a heartfelt dedication to Whitney Houston. Throughout the night, the duo showcased their incredible vocal range and chemistry, leaving fans in awe of their performances.
As Brandy and Monica's 'The Boy Is Mine' tour continues, it's clear that the quality and nostalgia of yesteryear's R&B still has a firm grip on music fans.
what's next gonna be a reunion tour of boy bands from the 90s? brandy and monica are like the ultimate girl crush but seriously who thought it was a good idea to put them on the same bill? also kelly rowland just casually showed up outta nowhere that was wild 
at least they didn't mess up the whole setlist like some other tours i've been to. all in all though if you're into that kind of thing, go for it 
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. I loved how they didn't let the past drama between them come up during the show - it's all about the music now 
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. And those backup dancers? Wow! They totally complemented the duo's style 
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. The final act was just pure magic, though... who else can make "The Boy Is Mine" sound so fresh? 
. Can't wait to see what's next for these two R&B queens!
because of all the snow 
but Detroiters really came out to support Brandy & Monica 
my fave part was when Brandy brought out those Detroit rappers for a collab 
and I loved how they played off the beef between them 
it's crazy how long ago that song "The Boy Is Mine" came out 
they killed the game with their 40 song setlist and that opening act Jamal Roberts was actually pretty fire 
it's all about giving back to the city that raised them, right? and can we talk about how iconic "The Boy Is Mine" is still holding up even after all these years 
It's crazy that they're still killing the game after all these years. And can we talk about Kelly Rowland for a second? 
! Their chemistry is undeniable & their vocals are on point 
. The fact that they're both R&B icons from the 90s/2000s makes it a total nostalgia fest 
. I loved how Kelly Rowland made an appearance - she slayed her performance! 
. The show's final act was everything & more - that "The Boy Is Mine" duet had me weak in the knees 
. If you haven't gotten tix yet, what are you even waiting for? 
#BrandyAndMonicaTour #RnBLegends #NostalgiaIsTheBest
. it just goes to show that even after all these years, R&B still has magic 
this 40 song setlist is crazy lol how are they gonna fill up 2 hours with just rnb songs?? and its all old hits too, i mean i love Monica & Brandy but cant they do some newer tracks or collab with other artists to mix things up? the video intro was so long too 
9 minutes is a bit excessive, can't we get straight into the music already? and what's with all the backup dancers 
it feels like a choreographed dance show more than a concert. i'm just here for Monica's voice 
. As a parent, I'm excited for my kids to experience this kind of music and nostalgia - it'll be a fun way for us to bond over some great tunes 
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. And Monica killing it on stage after 15 years off tour? Yaaas, queen 
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what i loved most about the show tho is how they brought out those detroit rappers and gave us some local flavor