Mary J. Blige shared in an interview why she has decided to not have any children. Her answer reveals the difficult balancing act that black women often face when trying to have it all.
Mary J. Blige Talks Making Sacrifices
With the recent release of the 15th studio album “Good Morning Gorgeous” the R&B icon and Hip-Hop royal spoke with E!’s Daily Pop about her busy lifestyle and how she just does not have time for kids.
She said: “I have nieces and nephews forever and I’m always watching how people are scrambling for babysitters.” Blige highlighted the sacrifice many black female artists and career women face when trying to stay at the top of their game saying, “I don’t want to go through that. I like my freedom to go and move and do what I want to do. I don’t want to have to tend to someone all the time.”
Mary J. Blige continues to grind and pour herself into her work. Between television shows, music festivals, and new music we can see why Blige values her time and freedom. The Queen of Hip-Hop Soul is set to bring strength to the ladies in Atlanta, teaming up with Pepsi for the Strength of A Woman 3-day festival and summit that will take place May 6-8 2022.