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Yvette Michelle on ’90s R&B, Funkmaster Flex & Mr. DJ | Stop, Look & Listen
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On this episode of Stop, Look & Listen, R&B vocalist Yvette Michelle pulls up for a conversation that bridges the golden era of ’90s music with her bold return today.
Yvette opens up about her journey from a strict Pentecostal upbringing to finding her voice in the church choir while secretly chasing her dreams behind the scenes. She breaks down how she caught the attention of Funkmaster Flex and landed her breakout hit “Every Day and Every Night” on 60 Minutes of Funk Vol. 1.
From signing with Loud Records to navigating label politics, she shares untold stories behind “I’m Not Feeling You,” the timing clash with Lil’ Kim’s “Big Momma Thang,” and why her debut album My Dream didn’t reach its full potential.
After being dropped at a pivotal moment, Yvette made a bold pivot into tech only to reemerge stronger as ’90s nostalgia reignited her passion. Now, she’s back with her latest single “Mr. DJ” alongside London DJ Fenn and Defected Records
This episode is more than music—it’s about resilience, reinvention, and refusing to let your purpose fade.
🔗 Connect with Yvette Michelle:
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dearyvettemichele/
🎙️ Tap in with LeTroy Gardner and the Stop, Look & Listen family:
🌐 www.pushplaypods.com
🔔 Don’t forget to Like, Comment & Subscribe for more legendary conversations!
Yvette opens up about her journey from a strict Pentecostal upbringing to finding her voice in the church choir while secretly chasing her dreams behind the scenes. She breaks down how she caught the attention of Funkmaster Flex and landed her breakout hit “Every Day and Every Night” on 60 Minutes of Funk Vol. 1.
From signing with Loud Records to navigating label politics, she shares untold stories behind “I’m Not Feeling You,” the timing clash with Lil’ Kim’s “Big Momma Thang,” and why her debut album My Dream didn’t reach its full potential.
After being dropped at a pivotal moment, Yvette made a bold pivot into tech only to reemerge stronger as ’90s nostalgia reignited her passion. Now, she’s back with her latest single “Mr. DJ” alongside London DJ Fenn and Defected Records
This episode is more than music—it’s about resilience, reinvention, and refusing to let your purpose fade.
🔗 Connect with Yvette Michelle:
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dearyvettemichele/
🎙️ Tap in with LeTroy Gardner and the Stop, Look & Listen family:
🌐 www.pushplaypods.com
🔔 Don’t forget to Like, Comment & Subscribe for more legendary conversations!