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Monica Teaches Her Momma How To Use The Slang Word “Cap”

Monica is making sure her ole’ lady doesn’t fall behind on the young, hip slang! The multi-talented artist shared a screenshot of a text thread with someone saved as ‘Nana Cell’ in her contacts. However, in the thread and post, she addresses her loved one as “Momma.” In a series of texts, she teaches her momma the difference between using “cap” and “no cap.”

“Today’s word is Cap or No Cap…,” Monica wrote on the text thread screenshot. “Studies with the First Lady….you got it Momma.”

The text thread screenshot shows Momma’s incoming text as the first message. She wrote, “So true or as Rodney says, Cap!” Monica then clarifies the difference, while keeping a playful energy by using laughing emojis.

“This would be where you say NO CAP,” Monica replied in text. “Momma because it’s the truth when you say it cap that means it’s a lie or false.”

Momma comes back for another round clarification. “Cap means false???,” Momma wrote.

Then, Monica gives her an example of the slang use Momma might never forget.

“And yes if someone says Monica can’t sing you can say that’s cap lol,” the artist replied.

The moment gives us a sweet insight into Monica’s personal, maternal relationship. About three weeks ago, she gave fans another insight into her life by speaking on betrayal, trust and being a good person.

At the time, it seemed unclear what sparked the mini deceit rant. Nonetheless, Monica went in on the topic.

Betrayal happens after trust, Monica wrote on her Instagram Story. It hurts to know were not betrayed by enemies..its actually by those we trusted.

She continued on to explain the way her trust in people is set up.

Although Im very kind to everyone, its so hard for me to trust people, Monica wrote. Those I trust, I would give my life for theirswhen you betray me, you lose me & you may not see me as much, but I see me clearly!!

Despite the heavier aura of her message, Monica ended her post with a sprinkle of positivity.

Being a good person has its hardships but the benefits are beyond this realm, Monica said. TO THE GOOD PEOPLE: KEEP BEING GOOD! Gods GOT YOU.

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Cassandra Santiago

Cassandra Santiago is a multimedia journalist, editor, and editorial strategist with over a decade of experience shaping conversations across arts, entertainment, culture, and global news. A graduate of the University of Iowa, she has built a cross-platform career spanning newspapers, magazines, radio, and digital media. She joined The Shade Room five years ago and currently serves as a Senior Editor, where she leads editorial direction, oversees exclusive coverage, and trains and edits a team of writers. Cassandra has played a key role in developing high-impact content and editorial strategies for an audience of more than 30 million, contributing to platform growth, engagement, and monetization across multiple channels. In addition to her leadership role, she remains a daily contributor, with her articles generating more than 41 million views since 2023. Beyond The Shade Room, Cassandra offers freelance social media strategy services, speaks on the influence and impact of Black media at public panels, and owns Did It For You, an event design company in the DC, Maryland, and Virginia area. She is Poynter Institute–certified and was named to the DMV’s 35 Under 35 list in 2024.

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