Aside from making music, the 39-year-old singer made TV show appearances. Ashanti and Keyshia Cole are both talented and rich musicians. Toni Braxton is looking better than ever at 53. Her documentary series, “Keyshia Cole: The Way It Is,” aired from 2006 to 2008. This battle royale is between two singers who were R&B and hip-hop hitmakers in … By 2014, Tory was already a famous rapper. Rob Kim/Getty Images, Gabe Ginsberg/Getty ImagesIt was ladies night for the first Verzuz battle of 2021. Cole released her debut album “The Way It Is” in 2005, but she started her singing career earlier. And, in between some hits, the two R&B icons took a moment to reflect and share memories. Keyshia Cole and Ashanti have given the fans what they asked for! Born Ashanti Shequoiya Douglas, the multi-talented artist’s showbiz career actually started on television before appearing in movies such as "Malcolm X" and "Who's the Man?" All rights reserved. Cole and Ashanti are set to face each other in “Verzuz,” a popular series created by producers Swizz Beatz and Timbaland, a report from Complex revealed. Her self-titled album sold more than 6 million copies worldwide and even earned Ashanti her first Grammy Award. She had other albums such as “Chapter II” and “The Declaration.” After failing to repeat the massive success of her earlier releases, she focused on musicals and her movie career. The video, which co-starred Power actor Larenz Tate depicted an abusive relationship where the woman was able to finally leave, which inspired fans in similar situations to do the same. But who has the edge when it comes to personal fortune? 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The showdown was actually agreed upon and scheduled for 2020, but various reasons, including COVID-19, delayed the event. The singer also had a reality show called “Family First,” which aired in 2012. At a young age, she had recorded with MC Hammer and did collaborations with several artists such as D'wayne Wiggins and Messy Marv. First up was Cole's "I Don't Wanna Be" followed by Ashanti's "235," which is available on streaming services now. Ashanti and Keyshia Cole are both talented and rich musicians. After two delays due to COVID-19, the face-off between Keyshia Cole and Ashanti finally went down Thursday night with the two songstresses appearing from separate locations. The Oakland, California native is known for her hits “I Should Have Cheated,” "I Change My Mind" and "Last Night." To wrap things up, both singers played their new singles. But it … The artists were originally supposed to face-off in an in-person battle on December 12, but it was … From the beginning, the ladies set a tone of women empowerment as they showered each other with compliments and they maintained that energy throughout the whole event with both Ashanti and Cole hyping each other up and singing each others' records. Both singles became instant hits, reaching the top of the charts. Cole shared a similar memory of how she was almost signed to Death Row records at the age of 16, the same label as rap legend Tupac Shakur. Even though both the superstars arrived late for the show, their fans were impressed when the musicians finally performed. Keyshia Cole and Ashanti trended on social media following their epic Verzuz battle on Thursday night, January 21. Cole also collaborated on tracks with Kanye West, Diddy and Monica. The second, scheduled for January 9, was also pushed back. The New York native made appearances in the films “Coach Carter,” “John Tucker Must Die” and “Resident Evil: Extinction,” among others. ... Keyshia Cole had fans waiting for over an hour for her Verzuz battle with Ashanti on Thursday night. Verzuz: Ashanti v. Keyshia Cole (Music / virtual) Few live streaming events succeeded in 2020 like Verzuz, which pits stars like Patti LaBelle and Gladys Knight and Rick Ross and 2 Chainz against one another. External links are provided for reference purposes. Both Ashanti and Cole have similarities in their personal lives and careers. With a $9.5 million net worth, Keyshia Cole, 39, has a slight advantage over her fellow R&B artist, according to Celebrity Net Worth. Ashanti and Keyshia Cole’s long-awaited Verzuz wasn’t without hiccups. Did Ashanti Break Nelly And Lashontae Heckard Up? On Thursday, Ashanti and Keyshia Cole celebrated ladies night with their long-awaited Verzuz battle, which was delayed twice before it finally came to fruition. In the same year, she featured in two songs, Fat Joe's “What's Luv?" All rights reserved. Copyright © 2021, ABC Audio. Ratley has 29 catches for 407 yards and a touchdown over three seasons with the Browns and New York Giants, where he was claimed off waivers before being waived again on Oct. 13. The two R&B powerhouses' Verzuz showdown finally played out on Thursday night — … « Silk City and Ellie Goulding drop fierce self-love anthem "New Love", GG Townson talks preparing for her role as Salt in Lifetime's Salt-N-Pepa biopic », Keyshia Cole and Ashanti's 'Verzuz' battle: Here's what happened. Age ain't nothing but a number. Comments 0 Likes 4,589 ABC News is not responsible for the content of external Internet sites. The two singers belted out their new and old tunes during the battle. Tory released his debut mixtape, ‘T.L 2 T.O,’ in 2009. and Ashanti "Pac's Life", Round 8 Keyshia Cole "Love" Ashanti "Rain On Me", Round 9Keyshia Cole "Trust and Believe"Charli Baltimore, Ja Rule, Ashanti, Vita "Down 4 You", Round 10 Keyshia Cole "You've Changed"Ashanti "Runaway", Round 12 Ashanti "Only U"Keyshia Cole "Brand New", Round 13Fat Joe "Whats Luv?" Like Cole, Ashanti has had a successful career as a singer and actress. Ashanti followed it up with a tribute of her own, playing "Pac's Life," a record she was featured on Shakur's final posthumous album. But who has the edge when it comes to personal fortune? Both also have had relationships with rappers: Ashanti previously dated Nelly, while Keyshia Cole was reportedly involved with Bow Wow. Look Toward Employers, Keyshia Cole has a net worth of $9.5 million, Ashanti's estimated net worth is $8 million, Cole and Ashanti are set to go head-to-head in the next "Verzuz" battle. “Foolish” dominated the Billboard Hot 100 for 10 weeks. OT Genesis also made an appearance while Cole's "Love" played in the background. Round 1Keyshia Cole "I Changed My Mind"Ashanti "Happy", Round 2Keyshia Cole "I Should Have Cheated"Ashanti "The Way That I Love You", Round 3 Keyshia Cole "Enough of No Love" ft Lil WayneAshanti "Don't Leave Me Alone", Round 4 Keyshia Cole "Shoulda Let You Go" ft Amina Ashanti "Rock Wit U", Round 5 Keyshia Cole "I Remember" Lloyd ft Ashanti "Southside", Round 6Keyshia Cole "Last Night" ft DiddyJa Rule "Ain't It Funny" ft Jennifer Lopez and Cadillac Tah (co-written by Ashanti), Round 7Keyshia Cole "Playa Cardz Right" ft. Tupac ShakurTupac Shakur ft T.I. He began living independently at the age of 15. Ashanti vs. Keyshia Cole #Verzuz: The Outfits, Sponsors & Winner | Part Two Throwback beef: When Aaliyah responded to Brandy Back in the 90s, 15-year-old Aaliyah was showcasing her midriff and rocking the tomboy look, much to Brandy's disapproval. In regards to Ja Rule's "Ain't It Funny" featuring Jennifer Lopez and Cadillac Tah, which was co-written by Ashanti, she recalled how she almost signed to Diddy's label Bad Boy at the young age of 13 and spilled that Diddy later called her wondering if the song was about him, which she said it wasn't. and Ja Rule's "Always On Time." On the other hand, Ashanti, 40, has an $8 million net worth, according to Celebrity Net Worth. As a tribute to the late rapper, she played her song "Playa Cardz Right" which featured Shakur, and shared how it was a full circle moment for her that she got to do a posthumous song with him. In 2002, she released "Foolish," which went on to become her most successful song ever. They weren't the only ones who showed out for the special occasion, though. Copyright © 2021, ABC Audio. The album was released on ‘YouTube.’ He also started directing his own music videos. ft Ashanti Keyshia Cole - "Trust" ft Monica, Round 14Fabolous ft Ashanti "So Into You"Jaheim ft Keyshia Cole "I've Changed", Round 15Ashanti "Movies"Sean Paul ft Keyshia Cole "Give It Up To Me", Round 16Ja Rule ft Ashanti "Mesmerize"Keyshia Cole "Let It Go" ft Lil Kim & Missy Elliot, Round 17Ashanti "Foolish"Keyshia Cole "Never" ft Eve, Round 18Ashanti "Breakup 2 Makeup"Keyshia Cole "You Complete Me" -- Before introducing the song Cole explained that she didn't write this about a person as fans had assumed, but "as a message to God. ", Round 19Ashanti "Don't Let Them" Keyshia Cole "You" ft Remy Ma & French Montana, Round 20Ja Rule ft. Ashanti "Always On Time"Keyshia Cole "I Don't Wanna Be". The artists were originally supposed to face-off in an in-person battle on December 12, but it was postponed after the "Foolish" singer tested positive for COVID-19. After over a hour-long wait, both women showed up fashionably in black outfits with straight hair and Cole wasted no time kicking things off with her 2004 hit "I Changed My Mind.". Rob Kim/Getty Images, Gabe Ginsberg/Getty Images It was ladies night for the first Verzuz battle of 2021.. After two delays due to COVID-19, the face-off between Keyshia Cole and Ashanti finally went down Thursday night with the two songstresses appearing from separate locations.. as a child extra. She followed up her first album with “Just Like You,” “A Different Me” and “Calling All Hearts.” Cole's most recent album, “Woman to Woman,” was released in 2012. His 2014 mixtape, ‘Lost Cause,’ became a huge hit. Fans knew it was only a matter of time before Ashanti debuted her own songs. Ashanti Trolls Keyshia Cole Over Ciroc Endorsement This past Friday R&B superstars Ashanti and Keyshia Cole particpated in a Verzuz music battle online [click here if you missed that]. Ashanti also brought awareness to domestic violence and reflected on receiving letters from fans for the song and music video for "Rain On Me." Rob Kim/Getty Images, Gabe Ginsberg/Getty Images. After struggling to find success as a singer, Ashanti signed with Murder Inc. in 2002 with the help of Irv Gotti. They have solid albums and songs that topped the charts.