{"product_id":"the-way-love-goes-a-guide-to-building-a-beaurtiful-and-everlasting-relationship-9780063349643","title":"The Way Love Goes: A Guide to Building a \"Beaurtiful\" and Everlasting Relationship","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHip-hop legend \"Da Brat\" DuPart and her wife Judy DuPart, stars of WEtv's highly rated reality series \u003cem\u003eBrat Loves Judy, \u003c\/em\u003e share their journey to the altar and parenthood in this candid relationship guide and marriage memoir.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eHip-hop legend Da Brat and beauty entrepreneur Jesseca \"Judy\" Harris-Dupart's love story is as heartwarming as it is improbable. As rumors about her sexuality abounded, \"Brat\" believed she would remain \"in the closet\" until she took her last breath. But lightning struck when the rapper and the businesswoman met in 2017. Though their chemistry was instant and undeniable, the two went their separate ways.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eReconnecting at the \u003cem\u003eEssence\u003c\/em\u003e Festival a few years later, Da Brat made the bold decision to publicly come out and confirmed their relationship in March 2020. Their love blossoming into their own successful reality show \u003cem\u003eBrat Loves Judy\u003c\/em\u003e, and two years later their marriage. Within a few months of sharing vows, the couple announced that Da Brat was pregnant, and on July 6, 2023, the pair welcomed a baby boy named True Legend Harris-Dupart.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003ePart memoir and part relationship guide, \u003cem\u003eThe Way Love Goes\u003c\/em\u003e, is laugh-out-loud funny and filled with warmth and love--just like its authors. Told in Da Brat's signature Chicago tone, and Judy's distinctive New Orleans patois, they each take turns detailing common relationship challenges, from sharing successful and meaningful communication to creating balance to coping with jealousy--and how they conquered them.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eAuthor:\u003c\/b\u003e Da Brat \u0026amp;. Judy\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePublisher:\u003c\/b\u003e Amistad Press\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePublished:\u003c\/b\u003e 02\/03\/2026\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePages:\u003c\/b\u003e 256\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eBinding Type:\u003c\/b\u003e Hardcover\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eWeight:\u003c\/b\u003e 0.85lbs\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eSize:\u003c\/b\u003e 9.21h x 6.35w x 0.90d\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eISBN:\u003c\/b\u003e 9780063349643\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eReview Citation(s): \u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ci\u003eKirkus Reviews\u003c\/i\u003e 01\/15\/2026\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eAbout the Author\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003ci\u003eDa Brat \u0026amp;. Judy:\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e - \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eShawntae Harris\u003c\/strong\u003e, born in Chicago, Illinois better known by her stage name \"Da Brat,\" is an American rap artist, profound writer, television and radio personality, actress, and executive music and television producer. Harris attended Kenwood Academy and The Academy Of Scholastic Achievement where she played seven different instruments in band. Da Brat's debut album \u003cem\u003eFunkdafied\u003c\/em\u003e was released in 1994 and entered the rap albums chart at #1. The album went platinum, making her the \"first\" female solo rapper to sell one million units. The eponymous single reached #1 on the rap singles chart and #6 on the Billboard Hot 100, with her follow-up hit, \"Give It 2 You,\" reaching #26 on the Hot 100 and #6 on the Billboard Hot 100.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003eDa Brat has released four studio albums to date: \u003cem\u003eFunkdafied\u003c\/em\u003e, \u003cem\u003eAnuthatantrum\u003c\/em\u003e, \u003cem\u003eUnrestricted\u003c\/em\u003e, and \u003cem\u003eLimelite, Luv \u0026amp; Nightclubs\u003c\/em\u003e. Her best-known features are with Jermaine Dupri, Kris Kross, Mariah Carey, Missy Elliott, Jay Z, Aaliyah and the Notorious BIG. The smash hit \"Not Tonight\", with Lil 'Kim, Left Eye, Missy Elliott and Angie Martinez was Grammy nominated and an instant urban and pop radio chart topper. She has performed and written with many artists including Tyrese, Total, Xscape, Usher, Jagged Edge, Dru Hill, Destiny Child, Kelly Price, Brandy, Bow Wow, and Snoop Dogg.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003eIn 2015, she made her radio debut and joined the nationally syndicated \u003cem\u003eRickey Smiley Morning Show\u003c\/em\u003e as the new co-host, and in 2016 became a permanent fixture on \u003cem\u003eDish Nation\u003c\/em\u003e. She has also appeared on \u003cem\u003eThe Parenthood\u003c\/em\u003e, \u003cem\u003eSabrina the Teenage Witch\u003c\/em\u003e, \u003cem\u003eAll That\u003c\/em\u003e, \u003cem\u003eRickey Smiley for Real\u003c\/em\u003e, \u003cem\u003eEmpire\u003c\/em\u003e, \u003cem\u003eThe Rap Game \u003c\/em\u003eand recapped every episode titled \"Da Brat Game.\" She also executively produced WeTV's \u003cem\u003eGrowing Up Hip Hop Atlanta\u003c\/em\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003eIn 2018, Da Brat made a successful live theatre debut as Cleo from the hit 1996 movie \u003cem\u003eSet It Off.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003eIn 2021, she made television history with her partner Jesseca Harris-Dupart as an executive producer and cast member on WeTV's\u003cstrong\u003e \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cem\u003eBrat Loves Judy\u003c\/em\u003e, which aired for three seasons, along with \u003cem\u003eBrat Loves Judy: The Baby Special\u003c\/em\u003e--making them the first LGBTQ+ female power couple featured on reality television. Da Brat also appeared on \u003cem\u003eNick Cannon Presents: Wild 'N Out\u003c\/em\u003e, \u003cem\u003eThe Wendy Williams Show\u003c\/em\u003e, \u003cem\u003eThe Chi\u003c\/em\u003e, and \u003cem\u003eQueens\u003c\/em\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003eDa Brat continues to flourish her acting and music career, by writing and producing as well as developing new talent. Along with making special appearances, performances and speaking engagements, she also lends her time to charitable organizations such as Kaleidoscope Kares, Kamileon's Kloset, Hosea Feed The Hungry and Saving Our Daughters. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eJesseca Harris-Dupart\u003c\/strong\u003e, better known as \"Judy\" is a trailblazer in both the business and entertainment world, hails from the dynamic city of New Orleans. She is the CEO and founder of Kaleidoscope Hair Products. Harris-Dupart's innovative spirit led to the creation of the UniKorn collection, a hair line that specializes in anti-breakage, catering to the needs of those who frequently change their hairstyles. Her business acumen extends beyond the beauty industry, as an influential social media and television personality and real estate investor.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003eShe stars in WEtv's \u003cem\u003eBrat Loves Judy\u003c\/em\u003e, alongside her partner, rapper Da Brat. Notable for its representation of an LGBTQ+ couple in reality TV, the show delves into their personal and professional lives, offering a unique glimpse into the dynamics of their relationship and careers.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003eHarris-Dupart's media appearances extend beyond her reality show. 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