Megan Thee Stallion Is 'Focused On Healing,' No New Music For Fans
By Fiyin Olowokandi on June 3, 2023 at 10:00 AM EDT
The hotties fandom will have to wait for more chart-topping songs from Megan Thee Stallion as the music icon takes her foot off the pedal for a well-deserved break.
Since stepping into the spotlight, the Texas sensation has released hit after hit, earning international recognition for her unique rap style and voluptuous figure. However, after claiming Tory Lanez shot her in 2020, the entertainer became shrouded in controversies.
Following a long battle for justice, the "Say It" musician was convicted of the crime in December 2022. Finally, at peace, the 28-year-old plans to recover her emotional health while taking a needed hiatus from the industry. Please keep reading to learn more.
Megan Thee Stallion Promises To Release Music Once She Is In A 'Better Place'
The 4-time AMA winner recently got candid about her future in a heart-to-heart interview with InStyle. Despite reigning as a G.O.A.T in the Hip-hop industry, the "Hot Girl Summer" songstress admitted she was dropping her crown to care for her physical and mental health.
Announcing her disinterest in creating more songs, the caramel-toned beauty declared: "Fans can expect new music when I'm in a better place. Right now, I'm focused on healing." True to her word, the Bravo Otto nominee has been spotted living her best life.
From hanging out with her dogs to hitting the gym and bingeing TV shows, the Texas native was all about finding fun ways to safeguard her inner peace. The new Megan enjoyed setting boundaries and maintaining her well-being with rest days.
"The music and entertainment industry can be a grind, so it's important to take time off and avoid burning out. Life is all about balance," the three-time Grammy recipient claimed. The media personality realigned her focus on other business ventures during her hiatus.
Her new priorities included the "Cognac Queen" rapper's collaboration with the beauty brand Revlon. The sensational songstress and the cosmetics/haircare organization joined forces in 2020 after the showstopper was chosen as their global ambassador.
For those who wondered how the performer stayed radiant during her concerts, the influencer paid tribute to the brand's makeup line for keeping her "90s-inspired beauty looks" intact.
Apart from raising awareness for the beauty brand, the "Thot Shit" artist and Revlon reportedly collaborated with TripAdvisor to give one lucky fan a dream vacation in Miami. The #GetColorStayed Getaway Sweepstakes promised to allow the winner to enjoy a three-night stay for two.
Additionally, the fan shall get to flaunt Revlon's ColorStay collection with the help of a personal makeup artist. Opening up about why Miami was chosen for the competition, the Texas Southern University graduate said:
"Miami has a little bit of everything for everyone. If you want to turn up, the city has incredible spots for people to have a good time."
"If you want just to chill and enjoy the tropical weather, then you can either lay by the pool, relax on the beach, or vibe out on a boat with some friends," the 28-year-old concluded, sharing a few of her must-see places.
The Apple Music Award Winner Addressed The Tory Lanez Shooting Case In A Final Message
A month before announcing her music hiatus, the "Gift & A Curse" artist opened up about her tragic shooting for the first time in a powerful interview. Dropping all filters, the Texas sensation shared the impact of the harrowing ordeal on her mental health.
Stating that this will be her final recount of the 2020 incident, the entertainer admitted that she needed to put the past behind her. "I understand the public intrigue, but for my mental health, I don't plan to keep reliving the most traumatic experience of my life repeatedly," the 28-year-old explained.
Megan clarified that she identified as a "survivor" and not a "victim" because when the world turned its back on her, she emerged victorious against the odds. In the Revlon brand ambassador's words:
"Not only did I survive being shot by someone I trusted and considered a close friend, but I overcame the public humiliation of having my name and reputation dragged through the mud by that individual for the entire world to see."