
Keyshia Cole: The Way It Is
Through it all, she's really just like you.
Titled after Keyshia Cole's 2005 debut album, this reality docudrama peeks inside the life of the Grammy-nominated R&B songstress who has overcome a rough childhood to make her dreams come true. When she's not on the road, in the studio or making public appearances, Keyshia keeps busy re-establishing a relationship with her mom, Frankie -- who placed Keyshia in foster care while Frankie abused drugs and alcohol -- and supporting her sister Neffe and her four children. Through therapy sessions, heated discussions, and tough love, the women work to rid themselves of past demons and strengthen the ties that bind them.
Cast

Keyshia Cole
Self
Seasons
E1Humble Beginnings
Jul 12, 2006
The singer recalls her troubled years growing up in foster care; a young fan performs the song "Love" with Keyshia at a concert.
E2If I Can You Can
Jul 19, 2006
Keyshia has intimate conversations with two fans while on tour in Las Vegas.
E3Foundations for the Future
Jul 26, 2006
Keyshia makes plans to start her own record label and poses for a fashion magazine.
E4The Celebration
Aug 2, 2006
Keyshia discovers that her album went platinum and decides to throw a party to celebrate. She and her girls go shopping for something fly to wear. At the party, they all get red carpet treatment.
E5Waiting to Exhale
Aug 9, 2006
Keyshia's schedule is jammed and she needs a break so she decides to hire a personal assistant. She and Manny conduct interviews for the job. Later, Keyshia and her sister Neffie get into a huge argument after Neffie gets drunk at dinner.
E6Mother Pearl
Aug 16, 2006
In the groundbreaking season finale, Keyshia decides to visit her estranged mother in jail. She and her mother, Frankie haven't seen each other in a year, so the confrontation is anything but comfortable. Neffe also gets to see their mother.
E1Reunion
Oct 30, 2007
Keyshia purchases a new home in Atlanta and invites her mother and sister to live with her.
E2Whatever It Takes
Nov 6, 2007
Frankie struggles with public transportation; Keyshia's mother's and sister's constant complaints annoy her.
E3Girlfriends
Nov 13, 2007
Keyshia invites her girlfriends to Miami for a round of relaxation and revelations.
E4Business & Pleasure
Nov 20, 2007
Frankie, Neffe and the children need a home; Keyshia works at marketing her clothing line and record label.
E5Love for the Kids
Nov 27, 2007
The women travel back to Oakland to retrace family roots.
E6Black Family Reunion (1)
Dec 4, 2007
A mysterious visitor appears for Keyshia, Neffe and Frankie's last family therapy session; Neffe and Frankie react negatively when Keyshia finds a new place for them to live.
E1Life Coach
Nov 11, 2008
Keyshia's life coach and trainer, Jamel, pushes her physically and mentally as she works on her new album; Neffe moves into her new home and clashes with Frankie.
E2Guilt-Ridden Moves
Nov 11, 2008
Frankie suffers feelings of guilt for having given her daughter up for adoption, and feels Yvonne is taking advantage of events from her past.
E3Let's Go to Church
Nov 18, 2008
Frankie and Yvonne heal old wounds and attend church together where they each speak to the congregation; Neffe thinks Frankie may have relapsed and they have a heated exchange.
E4By Faith We Strive
Nov 25, 2008
Keyshia meets with a pastor for spiritual guidance; Neffe and Frankie are still bitter over their recent confrontation.
E5Family Vacation
Dec 2, 2008
Keyshia takes her mother and family to Trinidad in an effort to bring everyone closer together.
E6Learn From My Mistakes
Dec 9, 2008
In a giving mood, Keyshia takes her niece school shopping, gives her clothes to a local community organization and takes her family to a water park.
E7Nothing but the Blood
Dec 16, 2008
Neffe meets with Bishop Eddie Long to discuss Jaylen's baptism; Keyshia puts the finishing touches on her new album.
E8Full Circle
Dec 23, 2008
Keyshia visits the local youth center and donates to their annual fundraiser; Neffe gets into an argument with Jaylen's father, Kevin.
E9Transition in Action
Dec 30, 2008
Keyshia takes her family to an Atlanta water park; Frankie and Neffe visit the family therapist; Neffe struggles with her relationship with God.
E10New Beginnings
Dec 30, 2008
Neffe gets the surprise of her life while celebrating her birthday in Las Vegas; Frankie moves out on her own for the first time.
Storyline
Titled after Keyshia Cole's 2005 debut album, this reality docudrama peeks inside the life of the Grammy-nominated R&B songstress who has overcome a rough childhood to make her dreams come true. When she's not on the road, in the studio or making public appearances, Keyshia keeps busy re-establishing a relationship with her mom, Frankie -- who placed Keyshia in foster care while Frankie abused drugs and alcohol -- and supporting her sister Neffe and her four children. Through therapy sessions, heated discussions, and tough love, the women work to rid themselves of past demons and strengthen the ties that bind them.
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