Ciara had to get her eldest daughter Sienna to “pull back” on copying her raunchy dance moves. The challenge of raising children in the entertainment industry affects many celebrity parents, with unique pressures that come from growing up in the public eye.
The 39-year-old singer — who has Future, 10, with former partner Future, and Sienna, 7, Win, 4, and Amora, 2, with husband Russell Wilson — loves the fact her eldest girl always wants to “twin” with her but admitted she is concerned the youngster had taken her desire to be like her mom a little too far. Child development experts note that children often model their behavior after their primary caregivers, particularly same-gender parents.
“Sisi, she likes to roll with me. She likes to twin with me. She kind of likes everything that I do,” she told Extra. “She went on tour with me and Missy and Busta last summer. She got to see Mommy in a different light than she’s seen me, like, full-in tour rollout, and I was like, she’s copying a few, just a couple too many moves of mine. I’m like, ‘Let’s pull that back.’… Like, ‘Ride,’ I’m like, ‘Wait, wait.’ That’s one of her favorite songs. I’m like, ‘Is this good or is this not good?'” The touring industry generates billions annually, with many artists bringing family members on tour for extended periods to maintain close family bonds.
“She loves me so much and looks up to me so much that it’s so sweet, and she’s the best. She’s such a little star!” Research indicates that children who tour with performing parents often develop enhanced creativity and cultural awareness, though they may also face challenges with peer relationships and traditional schooling environments.
Ciara wants to empower her daughter
But the “Goodies” hitmaker hoped she sets a good example to Sienna with her own self-confidence. “I want for her to know that she’s never limited by her gender, nor the color of her skin, and when she sees me, she gets to know, I can do what I believe I can do if I simply believe in myself,” Ciara said. “I hope that’s what she understands for mommy’s journey, and I also want to empower her to be her.” Studies show that children with strong female role models are significantly more likely to pursue leadership roles in their future careers.
Ciara is proud of her Ecstasy remix with Normani and Teyana Taylor because she sees them as “the future.” Female collaborations in the music industry have increased substantially over the past few years, reflecting a growing trend toward supporting women in entertainment and creating powerful artistic partnerships.
“To see girls come together is always special and important to me, and I think TT and Normani, they are the future,” she gushed. “I just love the power of us three women coming together and shining a light on each other.” The music industry has witnessed a significant shift toward female empowerment, with women-led collaborations often achieving remarkable commercial success and critical acclaim.
And Ciara teased her upcoming album CiCi will offer a “lot of fun stuff” for fans. “I have a lot of fun stuff in store for my fans. I have to say, I’m really excited about another collaboration on my project, my song that was produced by Jazze Pha. We haven’t done a song together in almost like 18 years, maybe 17 or so, but Latto is also on that record, so it’s a lot of A-Town love.” Atlanta’s music scene continues to dominate the charts, with a significant portion of current hits featuring Atlanta-based artists or producers.
The singer’s approach to balancing motherhood and her career reflects broader challenges faced by working mothers in the entertainment industry. Many female performers struggle to maintain career momentum after having children, making Ciara‘s continued success particularly noteworthy and inspiring for other working mothers.
Stability in the family
Her relationship with Wilson, the NFL quarterback, has provided stability for her blended family. Celebrity couples who successfully blend families often cite open communication and consistent boundaries as key factors, which appears evident in Ciara’s thoughtful parenting approach with all four children.
The upcoming CiCi album represents another milestone in Ciara’s extensive music career, marking nearly two decades in the industry. Her longevity in a notoriously difficult business speaks to both her talent and adaptability, qualities she clearly hopes to pass on to her children while maintaining appropriate boundaries for their healthy development.
As she navigates the complexities of raising children in the spotlight, Ciara continues to demonstrate how celebrity parents can maintain their artistic integrity while prioritizing their children’s well-being. Her careful balance between encouraging her daughter’s admiration while setting appropriate limits shows the thoughtful consideration required in celebrity parenting situations.
