In a move that's set to stir nostalgia and perhaps settle decades-old feuds, R&B icons Brandy and Monica are teaming up for "The Boy Is Mine" tour, referencing their 1998 chart-topping hit, which will embark on a 24-city jaunt this October, as announced on NBC Chicago and during a segment on CBS Mornings.
Channeling their erstwhile rivalry into a musical collaboration the duo has decided to bury the hatchet with Brandy noting on CBS Mornings, "It was a dream come true," as they opted not to vie for love but rather for applause, rekindling their dynamic partnership that now spans over a quarter-century, Monica described the union as a "musical marriage," "We created the communication and the relationship to do it," Monica told CBS Mornings.
Reflecting on their past, which was marred by rumors of discord, both artists acknowledged previous tensions during the CBS interview, with Monica shedding light on the conflicts, "There was a lot of confusion and conflict and there was a lot of people around," but they emphasized their differences in taste in partners, "We don't even like the same type of boy…there could never have been a boy," said Monica to CBS.
The tour will not only feature Brandy and Monica but is also set to boast performances by Grammy winner Kelly Rowland, chart-topper Muni Long and newly-minted 2025 American Idol winner Jamal Roberts bringing a mix of legacy and fresh talent on the road, Starting in Cincinnati on October 16, with pre-sales beginning this Thursday at 10 a.m. using code BPC and general ticket sales starting Friday at 10 a.m. via Ticketmaster; the tour will facilitate a walk down memory lane for anyone who came of age with '90s R&B as their soundtrack.
For full tour details and to nab tickets, fans can follow the links provided to NBC Chicago and CBS Mornings, which outline the complete list of shows including major stops in Chicago, Atlanta, and Los Angeles—setting the stage for what promises to be not just a trip down memory lane, but also an affirmation of enduring artistry and reconciliation.
