Keyshia Cole: The Way It Is

Through it all, she's really just like you.

2006•22m

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.

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Status

Ended

First Aired

July 12, 2006

Last Aired

December 30, 2008

Networks

BET

Created By

Tracey Edmonds, Keyshia Cole

Where to Watch

Region US · Lang EN

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Seasons & Episodes

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Season

Humble Beginnings

Air date: 2006-07-12

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

If I Can You Can

Air date: 2006-07-19

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

Foundations for the Future

Air date: 2006-07-26

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

The Celebration

Air date: 2006-08-02

Keyshia discovers that her album went platinum and decides to throw a party to celebrate. She and her girls go shopping for something fly to wear. At the party, they all get red carpet treatment.

Waiting to Exhale

Air date: 2006-08-09

Keyshia's schedule is jammed and she needs a break so she decides to hire a personal assistant. She and Manny conduct interviews for the job. Later, Keyshia and her sister Neffie get into a huge argument after Neffie gets drunk at dinner.

Mother Pearl

Air date: 2006-08-16

In the groundbreaking season finale, Keyshia decides to visit her estranged mother in jail. She and her mother, Frankie haven't seen each other in a year, so the confrontation is anything but comfortable. Neffe also gets to see their mother.