Omarion Reflects on Intense Celibacy Experience: ‘Now I Look Back, I Be Like Sheesh’
In a recent episode of the “On That Note” podcast, Omarion, the renowned B2K singer, shared profound insights into his personal journey of celibacy, which he practiced for three years as part of a spiritual quest for self-control and strength. Speaking with Shawn Stockman of Boyz II Men, Omarion reflected on the intensity of this experience, emphasizing how it allowed him to explore deeper connections with others, even from a distance. He described it as a time when he felt a heightened sense of telepathy, enabling him to connect with people on a more profound level, despite physical separation. This period of celibacy, he noted, was not just about abstaining from physical relationships; it was a powerful exercise in discipline that transformed his approach to life and personal commitments.
Omarion’s candidness about his celibacy journey isn’t new; he previously discussed similar themes during an appearance on the “Know Thyself” podcast, where he reminisced about the pressures he faced as a teenager. He recalled conversations with peers who questioned whether he wanted to focus on his burgeoning career or engage in relationships that could lead to fatherhood. This reflective mindset showcases Omarion’s dedication to his craft and his understanding of the choices that shape one’s path. As he prepares to release his upcoming album, “O2,” Omarion is eager to share new music that embodies the vibes he has cultivated during this transformative time in his life. His journey serves as an inspiring reminder of the power of self-discipline and the importance of making intentional choices in pursuit of personal growth and artistic expression.
For fans and followers, Omarion’s revelations not only shed light on his personal evolution but also highlight the importance of self-awareness and discipline in achieving one’s goals. As he gears up for the release of “O2,” audiences can anticipate a collection of songs that reflect his experiences and the wisdom gained during his years of introspection. The full conversation with Omarion can be explored further in the podcast episode, where he dives deeper into his thoughts on discipline, relationships, and the creative process.
Omarion
has spoken about the few years he spent practicing celibacy as part of a spiritual experience.
The B2K singer opened up to Boyz II Men’s Shawn Stockman on his
On That Note
podcast and said that as a young man, being celibate was an intense experience because of how he was “spiritually searching for strength and personal control over myself and my body.”
“I did it for three years. Now I look back, I be like,
sheesh
,” he says around the 45-minute mark below. “‘Cause I love women. I love women in all [their] splendor, friendships, best friends, lovers, all that.”
He continued, “I think that that’s when I was being introduced to a form of telepathy. Feeling closer to someone even when they’re away. I just had the power to say no to anything. Like yo, if I don’t want to do something, I could stop today. And I think that that’s the power of discipline — [it] really turns your life into just another level. … So I think more than anything that I was just really just practicing discipline of self, and it really served its purpose. I always say I’m one of the few guys that I could turn my discipline on and off, and it’s like it’s a cheat code for certain things. … I really know how to focus and commit to something because of that discipline.”
Omarion has been very open about his intense celibacy experience in the past, previously discussing it last summer during a sit-down with the
Know Thyself
podcast. “‘Do you want to have a career? Or do you want to be out here making babies?’” Omarion said of his peers at the time allegedly asking him. “And we’re like, ‘Huh?’ You know 15, 16, we’re not thinking about that, but it’s a real thing.”
In other news, Omarion caught up with Zoe Spencer & Jerah Milligan at
Billboard’
s R&B/Hip-Hop Power Players 2025
back in September and said his new album
O2
is on the way.
“I’m so excited, I just announced my collaboration with Create Music Group,” Omarion said. “I got a new album titled O2, and I’m ready to give the world some new music…vibes all the way.”
Check out the full conversation below.
