Tyrese opens up in a raw and unfiltered moment about his deep respect for Mary J. Blige, the pain of the music industry, and how he nearly lost his love for creating music. During an emotional Instagram Live, Tyrese shares how much he wanted Mary J. Blige on his song “I Choose You”, while making it clear that she remains untouchable royalty in R&B. He reflects on how the business side of the industry — executives, politics, and misplaced priorities — drained his passion, leaving him bitter and exhausted.
But in this candid session, Tyrese also reveals how he found his way back to music, falling in love with it again after years of disillusionment. Surrounded by producers and friends, he talks about legends like Marvin Gaye, Luther Vandross, and Teddy Pendergrass who shaped his voice, while recounting personal struggles such as his divorce and how Marvin’s own “divorce album” Here, My Dear mirrored his pain. It’s a mix of vulnerability, artistry, and honesty that pulls fans into Tyrese’s world — where faith, resilience, and raw talent collide with the realities of the music game.
