BUT FIRST, FINISH YOUR LAUNDRY. When a DJ called Roxanne Shanté to record, her response wasn’t what anyone expected: “Hold on… I need to finish my laundry first.” Today, when people ask what it takes to make it, she smiles and says: “Clean clothes.” It’s funny but there’s a deeper lesson behind it. Stay grounded. Be prepared. And trust that your moment will come. During my exclusive interview at Le Kool Champagne First Lady Awards, with Roxanne she shared another piece of wisdom that’s carried her through an extraordinary career: “Sometimes you have to lose for others to win. But if you keep your cool, you’ll win in the end.” From hip-hop pioneer and Grammy Award winner to radio host and cultural icon, Roxanne Shanté continues to inspire generations with her resilience, authenticity, and unforgettable story. Follow shelli_stelmak shellistelmaktv officialshellistelmak Like, comment, share, Save Thank you imroxanneshante lekoolnewjerseyevents team lekoolfirstlady mr.robertkoolbel...