Lloyd dropped in to surprise both Ashanti and her audience during the “Foolish” singer’s final show before she takes her maternity leave.
During her set at the Tacos & Tequilas event in Kansas City on Saturday (June 1), Ashanti looked confused as her Lloyd collab “Southside” started playing – as it seemingly had not been included in her pre-planned set list.
Moments later, she was adorably shocked as the Atlanta native ran out on stage to begin his part on the hit 2004 song.
Watch the sweet moment below.
Last month, Nelly and Ashanti‘s unborn child received a special message from future “uncle” Lloyd.
The R&B singer took to Instagram on May 20 and shared a photo of him on stage with Ashanti, singing to her belly.
He wrote: “Dear Baby Haynes, you are surrounded by love, by good energy, and by ppl who have prayed for your piece [sic] of mind way before you were born.
“One day I will tell you of the times I got to sing to you while still in your mothers belly, of how your mommy changed my life, and of how your dad was there for me when I needed a little love and guidance. Can’t wait to meet you and make you laugh. Inshallah, Your Uncle Ladi [infinity emoji, heart emoji, baby emoji].”
Ashanti was clearly touched by Lloyd’s words, commenting on his post: “Omggggg I’m cryinggggg and u know I don’t cry… Thanku Ladi love u soooooooooo much!!!!! Such beautiful and meaningful words… I truly appreciate you so much. I’m literally crying.”
Shortly after Ashanti announced her pregnancy in April, Essence published an interview with the 43-year-old in which she also confirmed her engagement to Nelly.
“This new year of my life is such a blessing full of love, hope, and anticipation,” she said. “Motherhood is something that I have looked forward to, and sharing this with my family, fiancé, and loyal fans, who have been so supportive of my career, is an amazing experience.”
The pair dated for a decade before splitting in 2013, but rekindled their romance in 2023.
