Kelly Rowland has credited the late Nipsey Hussle for influencing her approach to raising her two sons.
In a recent interview with Parents on Tuesday October 3, Grammy Award-winner Kelly Rowland discussed the strategies she employs when engaging in challenging conversations with her eight-year-old, Titan Jewell, highlighting the profound impact the West Coast rapper has had on her approach.
“I wanted my boys to have integrity and I got that from Nipsey Hussle. It’s amazing to me that he would talk to his kids about making the right decision even when no one is watching. That was everything,” says Rowland. “Nobody knows how much, how hard you work but you do it because you love it. I want them to be the kind of men who are proud of themselves. That’s really important to me—being good decision-makers.”
Kelly Rowland’s nod to Nipsey’s influence stems from a 2018 interview the rapper had while cruising with NBA star Stephen Curry, where he shared profound insights about integrity that deeply resonated with her.
In that memorable interaction, Nipsey Hussle shared his views on staying true to oneself, emphasizing the importance of integrity both in the limelight and behind the scenes. His words clearly left a mark on Kelly, who, despite being a seasoned artist herself, found renewed perspective in Nipsey’s candid reflections. As a mother, she realized the weight of imparting these values of authenticity and integrity to her sons, ensuring they grow up understanding the significance of genuine character in a world of ever-shifting facades.