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Jermaine Dupri
Though he’s primarily known for heading up So So Def Recordings, Jermaine Dupri was also one of the producers that helped TLC hone their distinct sound.
While making his name on Atlanta’s music scene in the early ‘90s, Dupri was tapped to work on TLC’s Ooooooohhh… On the TLC Tip. In addition to production, he also had arranging and mixing credits on the LP. He also helped pen the album cut “Bad By Myself.”
When he regrouped with L.A. Reid, Babyface, and Dallas Austin to work on CrazySexyCool, Dupri had already founded So So Def and hit paydirt with Kris Kross, Xscape, and Da Brat. Dupri lent his writing and production talents to album cuts, but also worked on the LP’s final mastering and mixing. He also contributed to 1999′s FanMail, notably with former Xscape member Kandi Burruss.
Jermaine Dupri remains one of the hottest producers out there, having previously worked with Boyz II Men, Usher, and Lil’ Kim. Mariah Carey recently hired him as her manager.
khasi
TLC wouldnt have been successful w/o JD
Kim Atwater
Although the adaptation was good, I truly felt that there were several pieces still missing from this story and several that could have been developed further. They were correct, it should have been a mini-series. As an Atlanta Native,I was very proud to see the story made though and to see my city within the story. Nevertheless, I don’t know how they tell this story without mentioning JD or Usher though, just my thoughts.
Kim Atwater
It’s kind of like telling Biggie’s story and not mentioning Puff, Clive, Andre Harrell. Once again, just my opinion.
The Caterer The Innovator
jd the fucking man that’s why I fux with him so heavy I kind of want my label to be big as his one day I got to keep working and finding new artist to work with and sign
The Caterer The Innovator
I love that music note tat u got on your neck I think i’m going to get me one
Onyx
Nice!
Dupree
Congrats JD on getting that manager gig with Mariah. Keep that mulah flowing. Tell MiMi hi for me.
Phoenix
I had a feeling you had your hand in that… Also, Congrats on the management gig! Whats going to happen with So So Def? ….Lets get some of this merchandise moving!