Shawty Redd
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Shawty Redd is an Atlanta-based, Grammy nominated record producer
, rapper, and songwriter
. In November 2007, producer Shawty Redd gained fame when he produced "Sensual Seduction", the first single from multi-platinum rapper Snoop Dogg
's Ego Trippin'
. In addition to being a hit, it marked the official mainstream acceptance of this brazen young producer’s return to a more complex Hip-Hop sound, one which borrows from other genres and utilizes a full spectrum of instrumentation. “In Atlanta, we were already known to do records like this, going back to the days of Kilo Ali and Raheem The Dream,” he explains “And everyone said that type of music wouldn’t come back in style. By Snoop doing it, he made it okay for everyone else to do it.” Prior to the West Coast co-sign, Shawty Redd, who always considered himself as much artist as producer, kept his more experimental tracks to himself.
When Shawty Redd landed his first placement at age seventeen, his success had already been a long time in the making. Like many influential artists, Redd was first introduced to music through religion as a child. By the age of 6 he was playing multiple instruments masterfully, including the piano and drums. Already his life’s passion, music became his salvation. It wasn’t long before trouble found him and, when granted a second chance, Redd made a promise to his Grandmother that he would not need a third.
His career in music began soon after, when he landed an internship with event promoters Twin Productions. In addition to learning the ins-and-outs of stage and sound set-up, the position allowed him to interact with some of the most successful southern artists of the time. In 2000, at the age of 17, Shawty Redd produced Atlanta artist
Drama
’s entire debut album, the RIAA-certified gold selling Causin' Drama
, which spawned the hit single “Left, Right, Left
.” He parlayed his success with Drama into opportunities for his protégés the 404 Soldiers and a placement on the soundtrack to 2001’s Save The Last Dance.
Soon thereafter, Shawty Redd forged a friendship with label owner turned reluctant rapper Young Jeezy
. Driven by each other’s determination to attain success, the two opened a new chapter in Atlanta’s musical history. At a point when Redd felt he might be ready to abandon the business of music, Jeezy approached him with an offer to purchase some tracks. Those twelve track became Jeezy’s critically acclaimed mixtape, Streetz Iz Watchin’, which catapulted the rapper to mainstream attention and a deal with Def Jam Records.
Redd’s signature sound became synonymous with “trap” or “dope boy music.” With production credits for artists like Gucci Mane and Maceo, as well as some of the most popular tracks on Jeezy’s label debut Let's Get It: Thug Motivation 101
, including “Trap or Die,” “Air Forces,” and “Get Ya Mind Right,” it wasn’t long before he found his multi-layered, drum-laden style imitated. His popularity in the South also led to placements with Pastor Troy
, Eightball & MJG, and of course on Young Jeezy
’s sophomore effort The Inspiration. By 2006, he found it necessary to expand his production repertoire to incorporate his musical upbringing, creating more melodious songs like Black Jak’s “Ride and Swerve.” and Big Kuntry King
’s debut single “Da Baddest".
Shawty Redd continues to celebrate milestones in his career. In addition to also landing the second single on Kuntry’s album, My Turn to Eat
’s “We Here,” Shawty Redd is also the man behind Jeezy’s “Who Dat
”, the third single from 2008’s The Recession
. He has also been working with Ludacris
, Lil Jon
, The Clipse, Hurricane Chris
, Yo Gotti
, Kia Shine, Nina Sky
and Shawty Putt on their latest projects.
Shawty Redd simply hopes to inspire the next generation of Hip-Hop prodigies.
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Record producer
A record producer is an individual working within the music industry, whose job is to oversee and manage the recording of an artist's music...
, rapper, and songwriter
Songwriter
A songwriter is an individual who writes both the lyrics and music to a song. Someone who solely writes lyrics may be called a lyricist, and someone who only writes music may be called a composer...
. In November 2007, producer Shawty Redd gained fame when he produced "Sensual Seduction", the first single from multi-platinum rapper Snoop Dogg
Snoop Dogg
Calvin Cordozar Broadus, Jr. , better known by his stage name Snoop Dogg, is an American rapper, record producer, and actor. Snoop is best known as a rapper in the West Coast hip hop scene, and for being one of Dr. Dre's most notable protégés. Snoop Dogg was a Crip gang member while in high school...
's Ego Trippin'
Ego Trippin'
Ego Trippin' is the ninth studio album by American rapper Snoop Dogg; released by Geffen Records on March 11, 2008 and featured production from QDT .- Background :...
. In addition to being a hit, it marked the official mainstream acceptance of this brazen young producer’s return to a more complex Hip-Hop sound, one which borrows from other genres and utilizes a full spectrum of instrumentation. “In Atlanta, we were already known to do records like this, going back to the days of Kilo Ali and Raheem The Dream,” he explains “And everyone said that type of music wouldn’t come back in style. By Snoop doing it, he made it okay for everyone else to do it.” Prior to the West Coast co-sign, Shawty Redd, who always considered himself as much artist as producer, kept his more experimental tracks to himself.
When Shawty Redd landed his first placement at age seventeen, his success had already been a long time in the making. Like many influential artists, Redd was first introduced to music through religion as a child. By the age of 6 he was playing multiple instruments masterfully, including the piano and drums. Already his life’s passion, music became his salvation. It wasn’t long before trouble found him and, when granted a second chance, Redd made a promise to his Grandmother that he would not need a third.
His career in music began soon after, when he landed an internship with event promoters Twin Productions. In addition to learning the ins-and-outs of stage and sound set-up, the position allowed him to interact with some of the most successful southern artists of the time. In 2000, at the age of 17, Shawty Redd produced Atlanta artist
Drama
Drama (rapper)
Terence Cook, better known by his stage name Drama, is an American Dirty South rapper, best known for his 1999 hit single "Left, Right, Left".-Musical work:Jermaine Jenkins signed to Atlantic Records in 1999...
’s entire debut album, the RIAA-certified gold selling Causin' Drama
Causin' Drama
Causin' Drama is the album by southern rapper Drama. It was released on February 8, 2000 through Atlantic Records. It contains his best known single, "Left, Right, Left."...
, which spawned the hit single “Left, Right, Left
Left, Right, Left
"Left, Right, Left" was the lead single released from Drama's debut album, Causin' Drama. The song was produced by Shawty Redd, with Drama both co-producing and writing it....
.” He parlayed his success with Drama into opportunities for his protégés the 404 Soldiers and a placement on the soundtrack to 2001’s Save The Last Dance.
Soon thereafter, Shawty Redd forged a friendship with label owner turned reluctant rapper Young Jeezy
Young Jeezy
Jay Wayne Jenkins , better known by his stage name Young Jeezy, is an American rapper. He is the member of the hip hop group United Streets Dopeboyz of America and a former member of BMF...
. Driven by each other’s determination to attain success, the two opened a new chapter in Atlanta’s musical history. At a point when Redd felt he might be ready to abandon the business of music, Jeezy approached him with an offer to purchase some tracks. Those twelve track became Jeezy’s critically acclaimed mixtape, Streetz Iz Watchin’, which catapulted the rapper to mainstream attention and a deal with Def Jam Records.
Redd’s signature sound became synonymous with “trap” or “dope boy music.” With production credits for artists like Gucci Mane and Maceo, as well as some of the most popular tracks on Jeezy’s label debut Let's Get It: Thug Motivation 101
Let's Get It: Thug Motivation 101
-Samples:*"Go Crazy" contains a sample of " I Want to Go Back" by Curtis Mayfield & The Impressions.*"Talk to 'em" contains samples from "I Need You" by Frankie Beverly and Maze.-Chart positions:...
, including “Trap or Die,” “Air Forces,” and “Get Ya Mind Right,” it wasn’t long before he found his multi-layered, drum-laden style imitated. His popularity in the South also led to placements with Pastor Troy
Pastor Troy
Micah LeVar Troy is an American rapper, actor, and record producer. He is also a member of the hardcore rap group D.S.G.B. .-Early life:Micah LeVar Troy was born on November 18, 1977 in Augusta, Georgia...
, Eightball & MJG, and of course on Young Jeezy
Young Jeezy
Jay Wayne Jenkins , better known by his stage name Young Jeezy, is an American rapper. He is the member of the hip hop group United Streets Dopeboyz of America and a former member of BMF...
’s sophomore effort The Inspiration. By 2006, he found it necessary to expand his production repertoire to incorporate his musical upbringing, creating more melodious songs like Black Jak’s “Ride and Swerve.” and Big Kuntry King
Big Kuntry King
Sean Marrett also known as Big Kuntry King is an American southern rapper from Atlanta, Georgia who's signed to Grand Hustle Records. He is also a member of P$C, Pimp Squad Click a rap group. His debut album My Turn to Eat was released September 30, 2008.-Albums:-Singles:-References:...
’s debut single “Da Baddest".
Shawty Redd continues to celebrate milestones in his career. In addition to also landing the second single on Kuntry’s album, My Turn to Eat
My Turn to Eat
My Turn to Eat is the debut album by Atlanta rapper Big Kuntry King. It was released on September 30, 2008. The album features artist such as T.I., Trey Songz, Lloyd, Young Dro, Ricco Barino and Lil Duval. Productions come from J.U.S.T.I.C.E...
’s “We Here,” Shawty Redd is also the man behind Jeezy’s “Who Dat
Who Dat
Who Dat can mean:* Who Dat?, the name of a support chant by fans of the New Orleans Saints* "Who Dat" * "Who Dat" * "Who Dat"...
”, the third single from 2008’s The Recession
The Recession
-Additional credits:-Music videos:*"Put On" - July 21, 2008*"Vacation" - August 27, 2008*"Crazy World" - November 17, 2008*"Who Dat" - December 17, 2008*"My President" - January 16, 2009*"Welcome Back" - February 18, 2009*"Circulate" - February 26, 2009...
. He has also been working with Ludacris
Ludacris
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, The Clipse, Hurricane Chris
Hurricane Chris
The name Chris has been used for five tropical cyclones in the Atlantic Ocean, with only one of them becoming a hurricane.* 1982's Tropical Storm Chris – made landfall at Sabine Pass and caused widespread flooding as far inland as Tennessee, but total damage was low.* 1988's Tropical Storm...
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, Kia Shine, Nina Sky
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and Shawty Putt on their latest projects.
Shawty Redd simply hopes to inspire the next generation of Hip-Hop prodigies.
Solo career
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- Sexual EruptionSexual Eruption"Sexual Eruption" , is a single from Snoop Dogg's ninth solo album Ego Trippin. It is produced by Shawty Redd and Snoop Dogg sings most of the song using Auto-Tune . The video's style visually references the style of Roger Troutman, as part of its retro imagery...
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-Additional credits:-Music videos:*"Put On" - July 21, 2008*"Vacation" - August 27, 2008*"Crazy World" - November 17, 2008*"Who Dat" - December 17, 2008*"My President" - January 16, 2009*"Welcome Back" - February 18, 2009*"Circulate" - February 26, 2009...
- Who DatWho Dat (Young Jeezy song)"Who Dat" is the fifth single from Young Jeezy's third studio album The Recession. The single features Shawty Redd and was produced by D. Rich.-Music video:...
featuring Shawty Redd
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