"Growing up, I always knew I wanted to be an entertainer,"
"I started singing at my church in East Orange, New Jersey. I wanted to be the next Whitney Houston."
"Even as a kid, I realized what really mattered was making people feel something through my art," she said. "That connection, that's always been my purpose."
"But I learned early on the importance of the pivot. You can't be afraid to shift your mindset or your money strategy."
At the American Black Film Festival Pop-Up NYC, Naturi Naughton-Lewis spoke about the intersection of money, mindset, and artistry for creators. She traced her path from singing in church and joining 3LW to becoming an acclaimed television star and producer-director. She emphasized that making people feel through art defines her purpose and that success means impact more than spotlight. Naughton-Lewis described resilience and reinvention as essential, warning against being boxed and urging creators to pivot both creatively and financially. She highlighted openness to new opportunities as a way to expand both mind and money while maintaining authenticity.
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