Lisa Lisa: A Legendary Career and an Unbreakable Bond

Lisa Lisa, a true icon in the music industry, recently sat down to discuss her incredible career, personal struggles, and the emotional journey of her Lifetime biopic, Can You Feel the Beat: The Lisa Lisa Story. While the film delivers plenty of fun nostalgia, it also highlights the challenges she faced as a young woman navigating a male-dominated industry.

Initially hesitant to share her story, Lisa Lisa was convinced by her best friend and longtime manager, Toni, that people needed to hear it. Their friendship, which began when Toni joined her tour, became Lisa Lisa’s anchor in an industry that often sought to take advantage of young artists. Toni was her unwavering advocate, guiding her through difficult situations and ensuring she wasn’t exploited. “If I didn’t have her in my ear 24/7, I’d still be stuck,” Lisa Lisa reflected.

In a powerful creative decision, Lisa Lisa played her own mother in the film, an experience she described as surreal and therapeutic. Looking back on her early days, she shared stories of working retail while trying to break into music, sneaking her demo to producer Jellybean Benitez, and the struggles of being pressured into unfair contracts. Her biggest advice to aspiring artists? “Get a lawyer.”

Beyond the film, Lisa Lisa is celebrating 40 years in music with an ambitious tour featuring a lineup of talented artists. Looking ahead, she’s currently writing her memoir, promising even more behind-the-scenes stories that couldn’t fit into the film.

With her tour in full swing and an ever-loyal fanbase spanning generations, Lisa Lisa’s legacy continues to thrive. Be sure to catch her live and experience the energy of a true legend in action!

Wendy Wild