Keyshia Cole Celebrates Debut Album With New Tour

The GRAMMY-Nominated “Princess OF Hip-Hop And R&B” To Play 25 Arenas Across The U.S. & Europe

Two decades after her  debut album, Keyshia Cole is taking it back to where it all started. The Grammy-nominated singer, songwriter,  has officially announced The Way It Is 20th Anniversary Tour, presented by AEG Presents and Free Lunch.


Keyshia shared her thoughts on celebrating The Way It Is 20 stating: “I’m so grateful to be celebrating  years later with the fans who have been with me since day one.  This album changed my life, and being able to take it on the road — from city to city, country to country — is truly a full circle moment, and blessing.”

Released in June 2005, The Way It Is marked a pivotal moment in R&B—introducing Keyshia Cole’s unfiltered storytelling, powerhouse vocals, and signature blend of vulnerability and strength.  Twenty years later, she’s bringing that same energy back to the stage, giving fans a chance to reconnect with the songs that soundtracked so many real-life moments.

The Way It Is will be released on vinyl for the first time since its original 2005 release as a 20th anniversary edition double LP on black vinyl and also on limited edition Rose Garden Pink Translucent color vinyl via A&M/UMe on June 20, the day before the album’s 20th anniversary.  Fans can pre-order here: https://www.keyshiacoleofficial.com.

The Way It Is 20th Anniversary Tour kicks off on July 1 in Baltimore, MD at the CFG Bank Arena.