Loren is in for a conversation talking about the Essence Festival fallout and how we can collectively criticize in a constructive way. Let’s not forget the history of this family reunion style event and this magazine .. that has done so much for us.

Loren is in for a conversation talking about the Essence Festival fallout and how we can collectively criticize in a constructive way. Let&rsquo;s not forget the history of this family reunion style event and this magazine .. that has done so much for us.

In today’s media everyone’s posting, everyone’s sharing, but who’s really vetting news while moving culture forward in a engaging and impactful way? “The Latest with Loren LoRosa” a daily trending topic break down features exclusive celebrity news, breaking news and convos about the newest pop culture show & destination for the culture.

In today&rsquo;s media everyone&rsquo;s posting, everyone&rsquo;s sharing, but who&rsquo;s really vetting news while moving culture forward in a engaging and impactful way? &ldquo;The Latest with Loren LoRosa&rdquo; a daily trending topic break down features exclusive celebrity news, breaking news and convos about the newest pop culture show &amp; destination for the culture.

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The people vs. Essence Festival— their responsibility vs. ours

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Loren LaRosa sits down with R&B legend Donnell Jones for a rare, revealing conversation about the story behind some of his biggest records and the experiences that shaped his career. Donnell opens up about writing “Where I Wanna Be” while still in his relationship, the real-life emotions behind the song, and why fans still debate its meaning decades later.

He also takes Loren through his journey from Chicago to LaFace Records, writing for Usher, working with Lisa “Left Eye” Lopes and Big Pun, navigating the pressures of being a young father and superstar, and what it was really like coming up during the golden era of R&B.

Donnell gets candid about the drinking and partying that came with fame, the opportunities he feels he left on the table, and the one thing he wishes he could tell his younger self.

Loren LaRosa sits down with R&amp;B legend Donnell Jones for a rare, revealing conversation about the story behind some of his biggest records and the experiences that shaped his career. Donnell opens up about writing &ldquo;Where I Wanna Be&rdquo; while still in his relationship, the real-life emotions behind the song, and why fans still debate its meaning decades later.
He also takes Loren through his journey from Chicago to LaFace Records, writing for Usher, working with Lisa &ldquo;Left Eye&rdquo; Lopes and Big Pun, navigating the pressures of being a young father and superstar, and what it was really like coming up during the golden era of R&amp;B.
Donnell gets candid about the drinking and partying that came with fame, the opportunities he feels he left on the table, and the one thing he wishes he could tell his younger self.

Donnell Jones Finally Tells the Story Behind “Where I Wanna Be”

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Loren Lorosa sits down with R &B singer Donell Jones, who just got off of the versuz battle with Joe and he gets into what really happened with his performance and so much more.

Loren Lorosa sits down with R &amp;B singer Donell Jones, who just got off of the versuz battle with Joe and he gets into what really happened with his performance and so much more.

Donell Jones Tells What Really Happened on Versuz

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Loren LoRosa is in a new season—and she’s learning that elevation requires more than just working harder. She opens up about managing growth, protecting her peace, knowing when to rest, and figuring out the “why” behind everything she’s building. Loren also shares her powerful keynote from Delaware State University, where she reflects on her journey from Delaware to LA, Brown Girl Grinding, working at TMZ, finding her way to The Breakfast Club, and what it really means to pour back into yourself.

From burnout and purpose to faith, vision, and learning that you don’t have to be at 100% every day, Loren gets real about what it looks like to keep showing up while allowing yourself to rest.

Loren LoRosa is in a new season&mdash;and she&rsquo;s learning that elevation requires more than just working harder. She opens up about managing growth, protecting her peace, knowing when to rest, and figuring out the &ldquo;why&rdquo; behind everything she&rsquo;s building. Loren also shares her powerful keynote from Delaware State University, where she reflects on her journey from Delaware to LA, Brown Girl Grinding, working at TMZ, finding her way to The Breakfast Club, and what it really means to pour back into yourself.
From burnout and purpose to faith, vision, and learning that you don&rsquo;t have to be at 100% every day, Loren gets real about what it looks like to keep showing up while allowing yourself to rest.

You Don’t Have to Grind Yourself Into the Ground

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