Neo-Soul & The Sound of Healing: Why Did It Disappear?

Neo-soul wasn’t just music—it was a movement. It was incense smoke, Black love, protest, and poetry all wrapped in melody. From Erykah Badu’s unapologetic vibe to Musiq Soulchild’s tender truths, this genre gave a generation space to feel, reflect, and heal. So… what happened? In this episode of The Phat Girl Chronicles, we’re digging into the rise, fade, and legacy of neo-soul.We’ll explore why it emerged when it did, how it shaped the culture, why the industry didn’t protect it, and who’s still carrying the torch today. Whether you lit candles to Jill Scott or fell in love to D’Angelo, this episode is for you.Come catch the vibe—and maybe find it again.You know we love bringing y’all the real, the raw, and the relatable — but it’s even better when you’re part of the conversation! So don’t be shy — connect with us, comment, share your thoughts, and tell us how this episode hit you!Let’s keep the convo going:Instagram: @thephatgirlchroniclesFacebook: facebook.com/thephatgirlchroniclesTwitter/X: @pgcpodcastYouTube: https://youtube.com/c/ThePhatGirlChroniclesYou42: https://www.you42.com/channel/1647Did something we said today make you laugh, cry, or go “whew, I needed that!”?Then go ahead and:💥 Share this episode with your crew💫 Drop us a 5-star review💌 Let us know how this episode gave you life!Leave your thoughts here: https://www.facebook.com/thephatgirlchronicles/reviewsAnd make sure you’re tuned in weekly on all your favorite platforms:🎧 Apple Podcasts🎧 Google Podcasts🎧 Audible🎧 Pandora🎧 iHeartRadio🎧 Amazon Music🎥 Spotify🎥 YouTube🎥 You42🎥 Facebook🎥 leorachel.comWant to help us keep creating dope content and uplifting conversations?Sponsor or donate:Venmo – @pgcpodcastPayPal – PayPal.me/pgcpodcastMusic featured in this episode is used for entertainment purposes only. We do not claim ownership of any songs played, and all rights belong to the respective artists.