BET Talks

Leela James on Being Crowned the “Goddaughter of Soul” by James Brown & “Right On Time”

Episode Notes

Leela James joins Miabelle for a soulful new episode of BET Talks — and just like her latest single, she’s Right on Time! The “Goddaughter of Soul,” a title once given to her by James Brown himself, opens up about her musical journey, the evolution behind her new project, and what it took to get here. She also teases upcoming music, tour plans, and what’s next for this powerhouse voice in soul music.

• 00:00 – Meet Leela James: The Goddaughter of Soul
• 01:03 – Icebreaker Fun: This or That with Leela
• 03:12 – How James Brown Crowned Her the Goddaughter of Soul
• 04:51 – Evolving Sound: What’s Different About Her New Music
• 07:51 – Spotlight on the New Single: “Right On Time”
• 08:51 – Creating Feel-Good Music That Moves the Soul
• 09:41 – Owning Her Look: The Story Behind the Album Cover
• 10:53 – From South Central to Stardom: Staying Grounded in Her Goals
• 11:28 – Honoring the Legends Who Paved the Way
• 11:59 – Stepping Into Acting: A New Chapter
• 13:19 – A Heartfelt Message to Her Fans