Interview: - How did it feel to hear your song played all over the airwaves?
I was very excited; it made me feel like I was on top of the world.
- Did you have any pre-conceived ideas about the music industry?
Yea I thought it would actually be a bit more crazy due to my Genre, but so far everyone has been really cool with me.
- Do you write your own songs? What's your inspiration?
Yes I wrote all of my music, and My Mother has been my inspiration.
- What music/artists do you listen to when you are not playing your own?
Jay Z, G Unit, Nas, Alicia Keyes, Sade, Anita Baker
- What's next? Tour/Album/Single?
Single
- Was there a moment you contemplated throwing in the towel?
No but I considered doing it part time because it got very difficult to support myself financially, but eventually ended up sticking to what I do and am now in a better financial situation.
- Do you prefer performing live or recording?
Both
- What/who was your inspiration to go into the music industry?
Myself I always knew it was what I wanted to do since I could talk.
- What is the biggest challenge you have faced along the way to your musical success?
At first it was just being focused but now it・s just achieving international fame.
- What's a typical day like?
Wake up write a song then another and then in the evenings I go to the studio record, get home about 1 in the morning eat shower and start over again. I will have more interesting stories for you once we begin touring and promotions.
- What has been your favorite part of becoming a music artist?
Just finally be able to do what I love doing.
- If you could collaborate with another artist, who would it be?
Jadakiss of :D Block; Part of the Ruff Ryders.
- Are you single? What do you look for in a partner?
Yes Kind of lol, I want someone who is spiritually grounded, and intelligent, and also very good looking.
- Do you have a website fans can visit?
Yes you can visit me at www.ashamanent.com and click on Artist to find out more info on me (My profile may not has been updated)
- Can you tell us 5 things required for a happy healthy & enjoyable life?
Be true to yourself, Remember where you came from, Keep God In your Life, Be Humble, and don・t take things for granted.
- What message would you like to say to your fans?
Thanks for your support and because of that support I will give you an artist that you can be proud to call your own, though I・m no angel but you will always get the real deal from me, my music will be something you can both relate to be inspired by.
60 Second Quiz- Full Name: Latoya Smith
- Nickname(s): Toy & Boo
- Star Sign: Capricorn
- Favorite Food: Seafood
- Favorite Film: BeattleJuice & Menace to Society
- Favorite Actor: Mike Epps
- Pet: Dogs
- Describe yourself in 3 words: Diligent, Honest, Fun
- Best Feature: My Eyes
- Worst Feature: I don・t know really lol
- Person You Would Most Like to Meet: LL Cool J
- Hobbies/Interests: Painting, and Cooking
- First Job: Receptionist
- Are you a Pub, Bar or Club kind: None of the above more of a homebody.
- What Can You Never Leave Home Without: My writers Book, I always have it nearby in case I feel inspired to write.
Boobie Monroe:This is the insight to the one and only Boobie Monroe; Boo has been intrigued with music from since her early childhood, through her Jamaican roots she danced and sang to the music of her culture and amazed many of her friends and relatives at a young age. As Boobie grew and became influenced by the world around her, and found a home in Hip Hop, Boobie started rapping with a hip hop group in high school and commanded a lot of attention from her peers and eventually stood out from the group, to where the demand for her to go solo was imminent. Once Boo started out on her solo Journey thing's started moving fast She acquired a personal manager, and went on to work with such producers and artists like Marlon Greenwood, DJ Nasty, Mark Roofe, and Steve Sterling, and Mario Winans, as well as being the co lead character "Tangy" in the film "My Big Phat Hip Hop Family" starring Renaldo Rey. Now as she is entertaining several Recording contracts Boobie Monroe is a Beat away from coming into your living rooms and bringing a new and exciting feel to the Entertainment Industry. Her innovative and honest lyrics will entrance the sturdiest of critics, and have you begging for more. "Welcome To The Boobie Monroe Era!"