DiscoverCIRV'N IT RAW PodcastNikki Bratcher-Beasley On Divine, "Lately", George Michael, Bratcher Beauty, + More | CIRV'N IT RAW
Nikki Bratcher-Beasley On Divine, "Lately", George Michael, Bratcher Beauty, + More | CIRV'N IT RAW

Nikki Bratcher-Beasley On Divine, "Lately", George Michael, Bratcher Beauty, + More | CIRV'N IT RAW

Update: 2025-11-11
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In Episode 65 of CIRV'N IT RAW, I sit down with the incredible Nikki Bratcher-Beasley, one-third of the '90s R&B group Divine, best known for their Billboard #1 hit "Lately." Nikki opens up about her journey through stardom, touring with N'Sync, recording the Fairy Tales album, and shares insight into her book "Not Wifey Material." We also dive into her entrepreneurial journey with Bratcher Beauty, her very own beauty supply store. Plus, Nikki reveals her Top 5 favorite singers and so much more in this powerful and inspiring conversation.


Bratcher Beauty Website: https://bratcherbeauty.com/?fbclid=PAT01DUAMtl3xleHRuA2FlbQIxMAABpwzk_Nsidnz5y-6ZiReQEjJYqcZ_c8NDXdzvZ42fbi4I2aWCNnQH-ILYvfgs_aem_EsRWLfOJAouGwgN7IWVuqA


Nikki Bratcher-Beasley Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/officialnikkiofdivine?igsh=ZzZpY3hpeGl6dDVp


0:00 - Intro

2:30 - Can you share a memorable moment when you first realized the three of you had real musical chemistry?

4:28 - What was it like for you, as an 18-year-old, to suddenly hear your voice on the radio across the country?

7:06 - What do you think made Divine’s sound stand out in that crowded space?

10:03 - Which song from that album holds the most personal meaning for you, and why?

14:00 - How did the group decide to record "One More Try", and what was your approach to making it your own?

15:20 - At such a young age, how did you personally cope with the demands of touring, recording, and public attention?

18:05 - Do you still find yourself writing, singing, or performing in any way?

22:35 - What actually caused Divine to disband?

35:08 - If you could speak directly to the fans who still play “Lately” and share Divine memories online, what would you want to say to them today?


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#SamanthaMumba #Divine #Lately #GeorgeMichael

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Nikki Bratcher-Beasley On Divine, "Lately", George Michael, Bratcher Beauty, + More | CIRV'N IT RAW

Nikki Bratcher-Beasley On Divine, "Lately", George Michael, Bratcher Beauty, + More | CIRV'N IT RAW

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