The Herd with Colin Cowherd Joe and Jada - Monie Love on Queen Latifah's genius, Cardi B's star power & Fat Joe's Native Tongues connection
Feb 10, 2026
Monie Love recalls collaborating with Queen Latifah and the electric studio moment behind 'Ladies First'. She reflects on surprising success of 'Monie in the Middle' and her journey from the UK to U.S. hip-hop scenes. Conversations trace ties to the Native Tongues, the Hot 97 vs Power 105.1 radio wars, and what sets Cardi B apart in the social-media era.
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Chris Lighty's Tough Road Rules
- Monie Love recounts Native Tongues and Violator road management practices, including Chris Lighty insisting on correct venue pay before performances.
- She remembers being held backstage until promoters paid and Chris ensuring artists didn't perform until terms were met.
From Crew Bonds To Individual Brands
- Monie Love observes modern female artists operate more as independent entities rather than tight crews like the Native Tongues era.
- She links that shift to social media, independent distribution, and artists building personal brands instead of collective crews.
Study Your Forefathers
- Monie Love recommends studying the generations before you to improve your craft and avoid reinventing the wheel.
- She says research and watching predecessors' work help artists and professionals level up faster.