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In the early 2000s, Ciara catapulted into the music scene, making waves with infectious hits like Goodies and 1, 2 Step. More than two decades later, the Princess of Crunk’s contributions to the R&B genre have made her an airwave staple, leading to her being featured on SiriusXM’s The Flow channel alongside fellow artists like John Legend, Khalid, Ne-Yo, Usher, and more, among other streaming and radio channels.
Today, we’ll dive deeper into her recent accomplishments, taking a look at her sustained presence in the music industry as well as how she’s taken the fashion world by storm.
Career beginnings
Before the release of her chart-topping debut album Goodies in 2004, the R&B sensation had already been working behind the scenes in the music industry, writing hits like Got Me Waiting for American Idol winner Fantasia. After studio executives saw her potential, her career quickly took off, with her dynamic stage presence and sultry vocals establishing her as a rising star. Over the years, Ciara evolved not only as a singer-songwriter but also as a style icon, captivating audiences with her fashion-forward choices.
Taking on the fashion sphere
As her musical career flourished, Ciara proved her mettle as a multi-hyphenate artist, becoming a brand ambassador for Revlon and signing modeling contracts with Wilhelmina Models and later, IMG Models. This shift came as no surprise to fans, especially considering her penchant for appearing on the red carpet rocking high-fashion designer wear from the likes of Balmain, Julien Macdonald, Alexander Vauthier, and Christopher Kane.
Even when she’s not splashed across the pages of glossy magazines or strutting down red carpets, Ciara’s versatility and incredible fashion taste cannot be ignored. In 2023, the chart-topper made headlines when she was spotted donning a pair of Oakley sunglasses during a trip to Japan. A closer look at an Instagram post made by her husband reveals that Ciara hopped on the athletic-wear bandwagon, combining the sporty Oakley BXTR sunglasses with a motorcyclist-inspired outfit and lace-up boxer-style shoes.
Recently, the Grammy Award-winning singer has also been tapped by fashion brand Bebe for the launch of a capsule collection. Unlike many of the collabs we see today, Ciara will be fully involved in the campaign, stepping into the role of creative director as well as being the face of the collection. Ultimately, this venture showcases her flair for design, cementing her status as a multifaceted artist.
Newest music release and what else we can expect from Ciara
In August 2023, Ciara released CiCi her first EP, promoting it with the release of two singles Forever featuring Lil Baby and How We Roll featuring Chris Brown. The latter was featured in a TikTok video where a pregnant Ciara can be seen dancing with her best friend, La La Anthony.
In an interview with Apple Music explaining the album’s title, the singer remarked, “It’s not an alter ego. It’s me, but when I get a little more gritty, and I put that stank in that thang, turn up,” she said. “And there’s just something about when they start doing that, it’s an attitude and an energy that comes out of me. And it’s me, but it’s like me to the 10th power. But she’s fearless.”
Maybe it’s this fearlessness, too, that helped her land the role of Nettie in the movie musical The Color Purple, which earned an impressive $25 million at the box office after two days of release.
Accolades, including multiple Grammy nominations and BET Awards, have rightly celebrated Ciara’s enduring impact and talent within the entertainment industry. Her journey from R&B sensation to a multi-talented personality, model, and entrepreneur, alongside her role as a devoted mother of four exemplifies her dynamic skills and resilience that have made her the icon we know today.
