Keri Hilson, an American R&B singer, songwriter, and actress, faced challenges in her music career that led to a hiatus from releasing new music. There are several reasons cited for the decline in her career. One reason is a rumored feud with Beyoncé, which reportedly led to her being blacklisted from the music industry. Additionally, factors such as industry favorability, ageism, and making some choices that may have impacted her career trajectory have been mentioned as contributing to her career struggles. Despite these challenges, Keri Hilson has expressed her readiness to release new music after years of struggle, indicating that she is working on a new project and is optimistic about the future of her music career.