"Inner Peace, Outer Glow" Translee on Grief, Music & Growing Up

xoMAN Podcast

In this episode of xoMAN, host Kiara Walker sits down with Grammy-winning artist Translee for a raw and inspiring conversation about life, love, and authenticity. Born in Albany, Georgia, and raised in Alabama, Translee opens up about how the loss of his mother at 16 pushed him into poetry and rap as a way to cope, eventually evolving into a career that brought him to Atlanta and into the music industry.

From his early days working with different labels, to learning valuable lessons from mentors like T.I., Translee reflects on the power of staying real in an industry that often rewards façades. He shares the journey of building his brand Inner Peace Outer Glow, why authenticity is his north star, and how he continues to navigate manhood, masculinity, and public perception.

The conversation also dives into relationships, healing, and growth. Through therapy and deeper connections, Translee realized the nurturing he lacked after his mother’s death and how that shaped his approach to love. He candidly discusses what he’s looking for in a partner, the importance of spiritual alignment, and what it takes to truly die to selfishness in order to build a family.

Plus, Translee joins in on xoMAN’s signature Red Flag/Green Flag game, sharing his takes on everything from dating someone who’s “separated but not divorced” to first-date etiquette. And in the advice segment, he offers thoughtful words to a parent navigating their son’s struggles with bullying and mental health.

This episode is a blend of wisdom, humor, and vulnerability — spotlighting how one man’s journey through loss, love, and hip-hop continues to shape his evolution.

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