Dawn Richard stopped by HOT 97 to catch up with Nessa nine years after their last interview and talk about her new album “Creole Culture.” She discussed celebrating her New Orleans roots, growing up during the Cash Money and No Limit era, and how her family lost everything during Hurricane Katrina. Dawn also opened up about what really happened behind the scenes when Diddy fired two members of Danity Kane, the group’s breakup, why she wasn’t part of the 2025 reunion, and whether she would ever reunite with the girls. She also talked about her song “Only Fans,” whether she’d ever join the platform, and working with Durand Bernarr on “Baby, Can We?”
Dawn also reflected on her experiences with Diddy, revealing why she felt she couldn’t speak negatively about him after leaving Bad Boy, what it was like being subpoenaed to testify in his federal trial, and whether she’s forgiven him. She discussed why she still struggles to perform Dirty Money songs, her relationship with Kalenna, and how therapy helped her find peace. Dawn also shared her thoughts on inflated streaming numbers and AI in music, her work as a professor at Loyola University, and the financial sacrifices of being an independent artist. Finally, she played “Baby, We Can or Baby, We Can’t” with Nessa, revealing her thoughts on cheating, prenups, sharing phone passwords, and staying friends with an ex.
Dawn Richard’s new album “Creole Culture” is out now!
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