In a rare and radiant meeting of eras, ELLE brings together three women whose voices have shaped — and continue to redefine — the sound of modern R&B. Mariah Carey, Kelly Rowland, and Ravyn Lenae sit side by side in the premiere episode of Three Generations, a series that bridges time, talent, and truth through music’s most soulful storytellers.
Mariah, the legendary architect of a thousand melismas and endless emotion, opens up about the very first song she ever wrote — an intimate peek into the genesis of a voice that would one day change the world. Kelly, ever grounded and gracious, reflects on the enduring legacy of Destiny’s Child and how sisterhood, grit, and faith shaped her evolution as both an artist and a woman. And then there’s Ravyn Lenae, the luminous newcomer navigating fame in the digital age — balancing authenticity and artistry while building her name in a world ruled by algorithms and virality.
Together, they share laughter, wisdom, and a mutual respect that transcends their generational divides. What emerges is more than just an interview — it’s a conversation about inheritance. About how R&B isn’t just a genre, but a living, breathing lineage. Each of them — from Mariah’s timeless brilliance to Kelly’s grounded groove to Ravyn’s ethereal innovation — represents a chapter in the same song: one of resilience, passion, and the eternal power of soul.
In Three Generations, ELLE doesn’t just capture the impact of R&B — it celebrates its continuum, proving that the genre’s heart beats stronger than ever, across time, across platforms, and across generations.
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