Free The Nipple: Janelle Monaé Flashes Her Breast At Essence Fest

When Janelle Monaé said she "ain't putting her titties up," she meant that. Hitting the stage at the 2023 Essence Festival, the "Lipstick Lover" singer performed some of her new and old hits, and while on the rostrum, Monaé wasn't afraid to reveal some skin. Dressed in a black and white two-piece short and bra set, Janelle Monaé and her live band performed "Yoga" from her second EP Wondaland Presents: The Eephus, and while singing "You cannot police me, so get off my areola/Get off my areola" the Kansas City put some action behind the lyrics and showed her pink nipple pasties covered breast to the audience.

YOU CANNOT POLICE @JanelleMonae 🗣️#EssenceFest pic.twitter.com/h8iodAnIOp
— ESSENCE Festival (@essencefest) July 1, 2023

Of course, clips from the performance have gone viral and made Janelle Monaé a trending topic. While many have celebrated Monaé's new journey in self-expression and discovery, "Janelle Monae got some nice titties. Keep showing them idc," @urfavehaitian shared. Others have criticized her switch up in public appearance from suited up to sexual being.

Janelle Monaé has made it a habit to free the nipple throughout 2023. She's recently done so in her official "Lipstick Lover" music video. On the subject, she shared with the Breakfast Club, "I ain't putting my titties up because did yall ask D'Angelo to put his titties up when he did Untitled? Do yall ask Rick Ross to put his titties up?"

At Essense Fest 2023, Janelle Monaé joints a roster of acts that included Lauryn Hill, Megan The Stallion, Jill Scott, Coco Jones, and more. The Essence Festival is an annual cultural event in the United States, primarily in New Orleans, Louisiana. It is one of the largest celebrations of African-American culture and music in the country. The festival started in 1995 as a one-time event to commemorate the 25th anniversary of Essence, a popular magazine targeting African-American women. Since its inception, the Essence Festival has grown into a multi-day event that features different activities, including music performances, empowerment seminars, celebrity panels, art exhibits, and a marketplace showcasing various products and services. The festival typically takes place over the Fourth of July weekend and attracts a diverse audience of attendees from all over the world. In addition to the musical performances, the Essence Festival also offers opportunities for attendees to engage in conversations about important social issues, health and wellness, entrepreneurship, and personal development. It has become a platform for empowering and inspiring African-American individuals and communities.

Janelle Monáe is an American singer, songwriter, actress, and producer known for her eclectic musical style that blends various genres, including R&B, funk, soul, pop, and hip hop. She has released several critically acclaimed albums, including "The ArchAndroid" (2010), "The Electric Lady" (2013), and "Dirty Computer" (2018). In addition to her music career, Janelle Monáe has also acted in films. She made her acting debut in the critically acclaimed movie "Moonlight" (2016) and went on to star in films such as "Hidden Figures" (2016) and "Antebellum" (2020).