Nelly and Ashanti’s new reality show sparked major discussion after Nelly admitted he won’t change diapers for their baby.
Nelly Plans to Tour While Ashanti Handles Baby Alone
In Nelly & Ashanti: We Belong Together, the rapper shares that he’ll be touring for two months, leaving Ashanti home.
Ashanti recently gave birth to their son, KK, just 11 months ago, and she’s clearly overwhelmed by the situation.
“I’m split about his tour,” Ashanti admits. “I’m happy for him, but the wife and mommy side of me is freaking out.”
She later says, “Daddy’s gonna be gone for a long time,” expressing how difficult it will be to care for KK alone.
Nelly Says Ashanti Will Handle Most of the Baby Duties
During dinner on the show, Nelly tells Ashanti: “It’s all you. I ain’t got nothing for him.”
Ashanti seems unsurprised and replies, “Absolutely not, I know.”
Later, Nelly tells friends that he and Ashanti agreed she’ll do more while the baby is still small.
“Until he can talk or walk,” Nelly says, “it’s mostly her job. Once he’s walking, he’s with the crew.”
Nelly Jokes About Sleeping Through the Baby’s Cries
Ashanti questions Nelly about never waking up when their baby cries loudly at night.
“You’ll be dead sleep, and he’s mad loud,” she tells him.
“I’m blessed with that tune-out,” Nelly jokes.
Ashanti doesn’t find it funny and replies, “That means get up. It’s your turn to change him.”
Nelly doubles down, reminding her of an earlier conversation:
“I said, ‘Baby, I’ll give you the world. I just ain’t changing no diaper.’”
Ashanti rolls her eyes and mutters, “Oh my god.”
Fans Slam Nelly, Calling Ashanti a “Married Single Mother”
Viewers online were quick to criticize Nelly’s attitude and refusal to help with parenting responsibilities.
Many fans on X (formerly Twitter) called Ashanti a “married single mother.”
“It’s a shame Ashanti is a married single mother,” one user tweeted. “The first year is when moms need help the most.”
“Nelly spun the block just to avoid parenting. Won’t even change a diaper? That’s ick behavior,” another fan said.
Some Defend Nelly, Saying He Probably Hires Help
Not everyone was mad at Nelly’s stance.
Some viewers argued he probably pays a nanny to handle the more demanding baby tasks.
“Nelly’s rich. He’s not changing diapers, but I guarantee they’ve got full-time help,” one fan commented.
Still, others say money doesn’t excuse his lack of effort as a father.
Emotional support and shared responsibilities matter more than just hiring help.
Conclusion: Internet Split Over Nelly’s Parenting Choices
Nelly’s diaper comments may have been jokes, but many fans aren’t laughing.
Ashanti’s visible frustration suggests the situation isn’t just for show.
As their reality series continues, viewers will keep watching how this parenting dynamic plays out.
Will Nelly step up—or continue tuning out the cries?