It's the 20th anniversary of Ashanti's 2002 debut single "Foolish", and self-titled debut album. She worked her way up behind-the-scenes to gain her own solo career at just 21. I discuss her music history, all of "Foolish"'s composition influences, and media achievements.

Theme Song: "Dance Track", composed by Jessica Ann Catena

"Foolish" Songs Playlist:
https://open.spotify.com/playlist/210s0oiEyEHAGTFBtwqMnj?si=38643cab3f0d4780

Who Sampled breakdowns: https://www.whosampled.com/Ashanti/Foolish/

"Foolish" Music Video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gUPrnu3BEU8

VLADTV "Foolish" interview (2015): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DfFkVk9qcyY

Verzuz TV 2021 online stream with Keyshia Cole: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EyD_PyIeNas

The Soul Train Music Awards segment (2021): https://www.bet.com/soul-train-awards/video-clips/1wjv9o/soul-train-awards-2021-ashanti-is-honored-with-the-lady-of-soul-award
Medley: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mqDuiqThMZI

Hollywood Walk of Fame ceremony (2022): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wPT0Q3I8R3g