Singer describes “very curious things” during the year with music mogul

In a revealing conversation, singer Usher, now 45, recounted his experiences living with Sean “Diddy” Combs at the age of 14, a time filled with exposure to the lavish and unconventional lifestyle of the music mogul. During a 2016 interview with Howard Stern, which has resurfaced amid recent legal troubles surrounding Diddy, Usher shared insights into what he described as “pretty wild” and “very curious things” happening at Diddy’s New York mansion.

Sent to what Usher humorously dubbed “Puffy Flavor Camp,” the singer was immersed in the high-profile social scene of the ’90s hip-hop elite. Despite the initial allure, Usher admitted to being perplexed and somewhat out of place amid the extravagant and often adult-oriented festivities. Laughter accompanied his confession that, despite his proximity to the action, he couldn’t fully grasp or indulge in what he witnessed.

The discussion took a serious turn as Stern inquired if Usher would consider sending his own children to a similar environment. Usher’s emphatic response, “Hell no!” underscored the complexity of his feelings about the experience. This candid revelation gains additional weight against the backdrop of Diddy’s current legal challenges, including raids on his properties by federal agents investigating allegations of sex trafficking and assault, which Diddy denies.

Usher, who recently dazzled audiences at the Super Bowl halftime show, also reminisced about the icons he encountered at Diddy’s mansion, including Notorious B.I.G., Lil’ Kim, and Mary J. Blige. Despite Diddy’s decision not to participate in Usher’s second album, “My Way,” which achieved platinum status, Usher maintains a sense of familial bond with Diddy, referring to him as a brother.

This reflection on Usher’s formative years offers a glimpse into the complex dynamics of mentorship, fame, and personal growth in the entertainment industry. As Usher navigates his own illustrious career, his insights remind fans of the nuanced realities behind the glitz and glamour.