That all changed in 2009 when they dropped “Body on Me,” their song together with Akon that appeared on both Ashanti’s album “The Declaration” and Nelly’s “Brass Knuckles” record.

I can’t believe things ended like this….and it makes me so sad,” Ashanti said, paying her respects to the late Irv Gotti.

On The Declaration, listeners can hear Ashanti's range clearly, making fans appreciate her vocals so much more. This project is less about struggles in love and more about self-love. Love is at ...