Keyshia Cole: The Way It Is

Keyshia Cole: The Way It Is

2006 3 Seasons 22 Episodes ⭐ 0.0 Reality

Titled after Keyshia Cole's 2005 debut album, this reality docudrama peeks inside the life of the Grammy-nominated R&B songstress who has overcome a rough childhood to make her dreams come true. When she's not on the road, in the studio or making public appearances, Keyshia keeps busy re-establishing a relationship with her mom, Frankie -- who placed Keyshia in foster care while Frankie abused drugs and alcohol -- and supporting her sister Neffe and her four children. Through therapy sessions, heated discussions, and tough love, the women work to rid themselves of past demons and strengthen the ties that bind them.

Titled after Keyshia Cole's 2005 debut album, this reality docudrama peeks inside the life of the Grammy-nominated R&B songstress who has overcome a rough childhood to make her dreams come true. When she's not on the road, in the studio or making public appearances, Keyshia keeps busy re-establishing a relationship with her mom, Frankie -- who placed Keyshia in foster care while Frankie abused drugs and alcohol -- and supporting her sister Neffe and her four children. Through therapy sessions, heated discussions, and tough love, the women work to rid themselves of past demons and strengthen the ties that bind them.

Seasons & Episodes

EP 1

Humble Beginnings

The singer recalls her troubled years growing up in foster care; a young fan performs the song "Love" with Keyshia at a

EP 2

If I Can You Can

Keyshia has intimate conversations with two fans while on tour in Las Vegas.

EP 3

Foundations for the Future

Keyshia makes plans to start her own record label and poses for a fashion magazine.

EP 4

The Celebration

Keyshia discovers that her album went platinum and decides to throw a party to celebrate. She and her girls go shopping

EP 5

Waiting to Exhale

Keyshia's schedule is jammed and she needs a break so she decides to hire a personal assistant. She and Manny conduct in

EP 6

Mother Pearl

In the groundbreaking season finale, Keyshia decides to visit her estranged mother in jail. She and her mother, Frankie

EP 1

Reunion

Keyshia purchases a new home in Atlanta and invites her mother and sister to live with her.

EP 2

Whatever It Takes

Frankie struggles with public transportation; Keyshia's mother's and sister's constant complaints annoy her.

EP 3

Girlfriends

Keyshia invites her girlfriends to Miami for a round of relaxation and revelations.

EP 4

Business & Pleasure

Frankie, Neffe and the children need a home; Keyshia works at marketing her clothing line and record label.

EP 5

Love for the Kids

The women travel back to Oakland to retrace family roots.

EP 6

Black Family Reunion (1)

A mysterious visitor appears for Keyshia, Neffe and Frankie's last family therapy session; Neffe and Frankie react negat

EP 1

Life Coach

Keyshia's life coach and trainer, Jamel, pushes her physically and mentally as she works on her new album; Neffe moves i

EP 2

Guilt-Ridden Moves

Frankie suffers feelings of guilt for having given her daughter up for adoption, and feels Yvonne is taking advantage of

EP 3

Let's Go to Church

Frankie and Yvonne heal old wounds and attend church together where they each speak to the congregation; Neffe thinks Fr

EP 4

By Faith We Strive

Keyshia meets with a pastor for spiritual guidance; Neffe and Frankie are still bitter over their recent confrontation.

EP 5

Family Vacation

Keyshia takes her mother and family to Trinidad in an effort to bring everyone closer together.

EP 6

Learn From My Mistakes

In a giving mood, Keyshia takes her niece school shopping, gives her clothes to a local community organization and takes

EP 7

Nothing but the Blood

Neffe meets with Bishop Eddie Long to discuss Jaylen's baptism; Keyshia puts the finishing touches on her new album.

EP 8

Full Circle

Keyshia visits the local youth center and donates to their annual fundraiser; Neffe gets into an argument with Jaylen's

EP 9

Transition in Action

Keyshia takes her family to an Atlanta water park; Frankie and Neffe visit the family therapist; Neffe struggles with he

EP 10

New Beginnings

Neffe gets the surprise of her life while celebrating her birthday in Las Vegas; Frankie moves out on her own for the fi

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