Leigh-Anne Pinnock Wants to Team Up With Manon and Normani

Leigh-Anne Pinnock has revealed her dream collaboration — and it includes two powerhouse performers. The former Little Mix star said she would love to work with Manon Bannerman of KATSEYE and Normani, formerly of Fifth Harmony.

A Viral Fan Moment

In a fan video circulating on social media, Leigh-Anne was asked which artists she’d like to collaborate with. Her response was simple but electrifying: “Me, Manon and Normani, yeah? Fire.” The clip quickly spread across platforms, sparking excitement among fans who have long hoped for a collaboration between the three.

Manon’s Hiatus and Fan Support

The timing of Leigh-Anne’s comment is notable. On February 20, HYBE and Geffen announced that Manon would take a temporary hiatus from KATSEYE to focus on her health and wellbeing. The group reassured fans that they fully support her decision and will continue scheduled activities until she returns.

Manon later addressed fans directly, saying: “I’m healthy, I’m okay, and I’m taking care of myself. Thank u for checking in! Sometimes things unfold in ways we don’t fully control, but I’m trusting the bigger picture.”

Leigh-Anne’s Debut Album

Coincidentally, Leigh-Anne released her debut solo album, My Ego Told Me To, on the same day Manon’s hiatus was announced. She publicly showed support for Manon, responding to a fan on X who pointed out that she, Manon, and Normani had all followed each other on Instagram. Leigh-Anne replied: “We need to protect each other.”

Shared Experiences

The connection between the three artists runs deeper than music. Each was the only Black member of their respective girl groups — Little Mix, Fifth Harmony, and KATSEYE. Fans have often discussed the pressures and visibility challenges they faced in the industry, making the idea of a collaboration both symbolic and powerful.

Global Impact

Leigh-Anne rose to fame with Little Mix after winning The X Factor UK in 2011. Normani became a breakout star in Fifth Harmony, whose hit Work From Home peaked at No. 4 on the Billboard Hot 100. KATSEYE, formed through HYBE and Geffen’s The Debut: Dream Academy, has quickly built a global fanbase. A collaboration between these three artists would not only unite their fanbases but also highlight themes of resilience, representation, and solidarity in the music industry.