FUN FACT: Janelle Monáe's concert was the first ticket I ever bought for myself. I’ve been to plenty of concerts and festivals, but something about this one felt like a divine gift from the universe.
For the past year, I’ve been walking in full trust and faith, following each step as God orders them. None of it was planned, at least not by me, but each new step just made perfect sense. Every moment felt like it was part of a bigger picture, pieces falling into place, one after another.
Now, I have a confession: I’m a new Janelle Monáe fan. I’ve always known about her music, her messages, but I used to think she was more on the conservative side. And truthfully, I’ve always stayed in my own world, only letting in what’s placed directly in front of me. But when she dropped The Age of Pleasure in June 2023, I could sense something had shifted in her—a shift I’d been feeling in myself for years. Even then, I didn’t rush to listen to it.
Then, March 2024 came, and I felt a chapter in my life close while another opened. This new chapter was all about my energetic upgrade. I stepped out of survival mode and into my own age of pleasure.
That’s when the universe delivered Janelle’s album to me, and I heard her music in a completely different light. Every lyric hit differently, resonating from start to finish. It became my summer soundtrack, my anthem.
I started my mornings with "These nggas 'bout to make a whole lot of money," hyping myself up for the day. When I hung out with my girls, it was all about "She dance so impressive, so phenomenal." Getting dressed? "A btch look good, a b*tch look HAUTE" was the vibe. And then Float—that was the song. "I don’t walk, now I float" became my mantra, symbolizing this new phase of my life. Other songs like “Only Have Eyes 42” spoke to the depth of love I’m capable of, while “Paid in Pleasure” perfectly aligned with my idea of wealth: freedom of time, location, and pleasure.
At 33, I felt everything shift. I ascended, elevated. And Janelle’s artistry felt like a celebration of my rebirth. I’m not someone who overthinks what’s next—I set my intentions, trust, and let the universe deliver. So, shortly after receiving this musical gift, I saw an ad for Janelle’s concert in Raleigh. That ad felt golden, like it was the universe saying, “Here’s your next step.”
For a moment, I slipped back into survival mode, telling myself I couldn’t afford it. But I had to remind myself that I wasn’t in survival mode anymore. I already had everything I desired. When I checked the tickets, I realized I could afford them—five times over! I gave thanks, bought the ticket, and affirmed that the money would come back to me threefold.
I decided to go solo because this upgrade felt personal—deeply personal. I had received a download during meditation, telling me to focus on increasing my inner peace, securing my home, embracing independence, pleasure, and happiness. And while I was learning more about Janelle’s personality and artistry, I realized we were aligned in this chapter of life. I needed to lean into that, without outside influences or distractions.
Ironically, a week before the festival, I was offered free tickets to see her! My best friend decided to join, and I’m so glad I let it happen. I ended up reconnecting with so many familiar faces, even spending time with my sister and brother-in-law. The energy at the festival was everything—pure magic.
For the first time, I felt like I’d nailed my look from head to toe, embodying this new version of myself. It was like I powered up even more, and the doors of possibility swung wide open.
This festival wasn’t just an event for me; it was a personal milestone. And I know this is just the beginning—something big is still brewing. Stay tuned.✨
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