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Johntá Austin
Johntá Austin ( ; born June 28, 1980) is an American singer-songwriter, arranger, producer, vocalist and rapper, signed to Jermaine Dupri's So So Def Recordings. He is known for collaborating with producers Bryan-Michael Cox, Jermaine Dupri and the production duo StarGate. He was awarded two Grammy Awards for his work on the songs "We Belong Together" by Mariah Carey and "Be Without You" by Mary J. Blige. Early life and career Austin grew up in Atlanta, Georgia. In 1989, at the age of 8, Austin hosted the daily television show, ''Kid's Beat'' on TBS. Covering current events, sports and the entertainment world, Austin went on to become the Atlanta Bureau Chief for the CNN weekly news program, ''Real News for Kids'' and the reporter for the TBS half-hour weekly, ''Feed Your Mind''. Austin is also related to Dreamville Records signee J.i.D. Austin grew up singing in church choirs and wanted to become an actor. He interviewed celebrities as Michael Jackson and Michael Jordan, ...
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Atlanta
Atlanta ( ) is the capital and most populous city of the U.S. state of Georgia. It is the seat of Fulton County, the most populous county in Georgia, but its territory falls in both Fulton and DeKalb counties. With a population of 498,715 living within the city limits, it is the eighth most populous city in the Southeast and 38th most populous city in the United States according to the 2020 U.S. census. It is the core of the much larger Atlanta metropolitan area, which is home to more than 6.1 million people, making it the eighth-largest metropolitan area in the United States. Situated among the foothills of the Appalachian Mountains at an elevation of just over above sea level, it features unique topography that includes rolling hills, lush greenery, and the most dense urban tree coverage of any major city in the United States. Atlanta was originally founded as the terminus of a major state-sponsored railroad, but it soon became the convergence point among sever ...
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We Belong Together (Mariah Carey Song)
"We Belong Together" is a song by American singer-songwriter Mariah Carey from her 10th studio album, ''The Emancipation of Mimi'' (2005). The song was released on March 15, 2005, through Island Records, as the second single from the album. "We Belong Together" was written by Carey, Jermaine Dupri, Manuel Seal, and Johntá Austin, and produced by the former three. Since the song interpolates lyrics from Bobby Womack's "If You Think You're Lonely Now" (1981) and the Deele's " Two Occasions" (1987), the songwriters of those respective songs are credited. "We Belong Together" is built on a simple piano arrangement with an understated backbeat. The lyrics chronicle a woman's desperation for her former lover to return. Following a relatively unsuccessful period between 2001 and 2004, critics dubbed the song her musical comeback, as many had considered her career over. "We Belong Together" earned her several music industry awards and nominations throughout 2005 and 2006. The song ...
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Miss You (Aaliyah Song)
"Miss You" is a song recorded by American singer Aaliyah. Written by Johntá Austin, Ginuwine and Teddy Bishop in 1998, the song was initially recorded in 1999 for Aaliyah's eponymous third studio album (2001). However, it did not make the final cut for ''Aaliyah'' and remained unreleased until after Aaliyah's death in 2001. It was then included on the posthumous compilation album ''I Care 4 U'' (2002) and was released as its lead single on October 28, 2002, by Blackground Records and Universal Records. Upon its release, "Miss You" received widespread acclaim from music critics. A commercial success, it peaked at number three on the US ''Billboard'' Hot 100, becoming Aaliyah's second highest-peaking single behind her number-one hit " Try Again" (2000), and atop the Hot R&B/Hip-Hop Songs. Internationally, it reached the top ten in Germany, and top 20 in Canada, Denmark, the Netherlands and Switzerland. The accompanying music video for the song was directed by Darren Grant and f ...
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Sweet Lady (Tyrese Song)
''Sweet Lady'' is a song by American singer Tyrese Gibson. It was written by Johntá Austin, Charles Farrar and Troy Taylor for Gibson's self-titled debut studio album (1998). Production on the song was handled by The Characters. Released as the album's second single, "Sweet Lady" reached number 12 on the US ''Billboard'' Hot 100 and number 9 on the Hot R&B/Hip-Hop Songs chart, becoming ''Tyrese''s highest-charting single at the time. Music video The music video for "Sweet Lady" featured actress Maia Campbell. Track listings Credits and personnel * Johntá Austin – writer * Kevin Davis – mixing * Charles Farrar Charles Farrar is an American songwriter, composer, and producer, best known for his songwriting work with vocal groups SWV, 702, Today, and Shades. In the late 1990s/early 2000s, Farrar, alongside Troy Taylor, was a member of " The Characters ... – production, writer * Tyrese Gibson – vocals * Thom Russo – recording * Troy Taylor – backing ...
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Tyrese Gibson
Tyrese Darnell Gibson (born December 30, 1978) is an American actor and singer. He released his self-titled debut album in 1998, which featured the single " Sweet Lady", peaking at number twelve on the U.S. ''Billboard'' Hot 100. His second and third albums, ''2000 Watts'' and '' I Wanna Go There'', were released in 2001 and 2002; respectively, the latter contained the lead single " How You Gonna Act Like That", which became Gibson's highest-charting single, reaching number seven on the ''Billboard'' Hot 100. His fourth album, ''Alter Ego'', explored hip hop, while he was nominated for the Grammy Award for Best R&B Album for his fifth album '' Open Invitation'' (2011). Gibson's sixth album, '' Black Rose'' (2015), debuted at number one on the U.S. ''Billboard'' 200, becoming his highest-charting album. He has sold over 4 million records in the United States. Gibson had his first starring role in John Singleton's coming-of-age hood film '' Baby Boy'' (2001), and then bega ...
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RCA Records
RCA Records is an American record label currently owned by Sony Music Entertainment, a subsidiary of Sony Corporation of America. It is one of Sony Music's four flagship labels, alongside RCA's former long-time rival Columbia Records; also Arista Records, and Epic Records. The label has released multiple genres of music, including pop, classical, rock, hip hop, afrobeat, electronic, R&B, blues, jazz, and country. Its name is derived from the initials of its defunct parent company, the Radio Corporation of America (RCA). RCA Records was fully acquired by Bertelsmann in 1987, making it a part of Bertelsmann Music Group (BMG) and became a part of Sony BMG Music Entertainment after the 2004 merger of BMG and Sony; it was acquired by the latter in 2008, after the dissolution of Sony/BMG and the restructuring of Sony Music. RCA Records is the corporate successor of the Victor Talking Machine Company, founded in 1901, making it the second-oldest record label in America ...
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Mona Lisa (singer)
Kimberly Leadbetter (born November 20, 1979), better known by her professional stage name Mona Lisa, is an American pop and R&B singer-songwriter, actress, model and record producer. She is best known for her debut single " Can't Be Wasting My Time" featuring the hip hop group Lost Boyz, which was featured on the ''Don't Be a Menace to South Central While Drinking Your Juice in the Hood'' soundtrack, as well as her debut album '' 11-20-79''. In 2011, her collaboration with labelmate DL, "First Klass (That Lyfe)" was released as a digital single. It's the lead single for the ''King of Paper Chasin soundtrack. Her song, "Once Upon a Time" (written by Dennis Cooper) appeared in the film, ''The Heart Specialist'' which was released in 2012. Discography Albums *1996: '' 11-20-79'' Singles *1996 – " Can't Be Wasting My Time" (featuring Lost Boyz) *1996 – "You Said" *1996 – "Our Time to Shine" (with Lil' Kim ("Don't Be a Menace..." soundtrack) *1997 – " Just Wanna Please U ...
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Can't Be Wasting My Time
"Can't Be Wasting My Time" is the debut single by American contemporary R&B singer Mona Lisa. The song features a rap from American hip hop group The Lost Boyz. Music video The official music video for the song was directed by Brian Luvar. Track listings ;12", 33 RPM, Vinyl #"Can't Be Wasting My Time" (w/ Rap) - 4:34(feat. Lost Boyz) #"Can't Be Wasting My Time" (w/o Rap) - 4:00 #"Can't Be Wasting My Time" (Instrumental) - 5:36 #"Can't Be Wasting My Time" (Video Version w/ Rap) - 4:14(feat. Lost Boyz) Personnel Information taken from Discogs Discogs (short for discographies) is a database of information about audio recordings, including commercial releases, promotional releases, and bootleg or off-label releases. While the site was originally created with a goal of becoming the .... *artwork – Edward ODowd *production – "Buttnaked" Tim Dawg, Mr. Sex Chart performance Notes External links {{authority control 1996 songs 1996 debut singles Lost Boyz so ...
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Arsenio Hall
Arsenio Hall (born February 12, 1956) is an American comedian, actor and talk show host. He hosted the late-night talk show, ''The Arsenio Hall Show'', from 1989 until 1994, and again from 2013 to 2014. He has appeared in ''Martial Law'', '' Coming to America'' (1988), ''Coming 2 America'' (2021), and '' Harlem Nights'' (1989). He was also the host of ''Star Search'' and appeared as Alan Thicke's sidekick on the talk show '' Thicke of the Night''. In 2012, he won NBC's reality-competition game show '' Celebrity Apprentice 5''. Early years Hall was born in Cleveland, Ohio, the son of Fred and Annie Hall. His father is a Baptist minister. Hall performed as a magician when he was a child. He graduated from Warrensville Heights High School in Warrensville Heights, Ohio, in 1973, after briefly attending John F. Kennedy High School. He later attended Ohio University and Kent State University. Career Hall later moved to Chicago, and then Los Angeles, to pursue a career in comedy, ...
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The Arsenio Hall Show
''The Arsenio Hall Show'' is an American syndicated late-night talk show created by and starring comedian Arsenio Hall. There have been two different incarnations of ''The Arsenio Hall Show''. The original series premiered on January 3, 1989, and ran until May 27, 1994. Nineteen years after the original series ended, Hall returned for a revival. It premiered on September 9, 2013, and was cancelled after one season, with the finale airing on May 21, 2014. Both series were produced by Hall's production company, Arsenio Hall Communications. The original series was produced and distributed by Paramount Domestic Television, and taped at Stage 29 at Paramount Studios in Los Angeles. The second series was shot at Sunset Bronson Studios in Hollywood, and was produced by Tribune Broadcasting, Octagon Entertainment and Eye Productions. It was distributed by CBS Television Distribution. First series (1989–1994) Background Hall had been a host on '' The Late Show'' in 1987, another ...
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Michael Jordan
Michael Jeffrey Jordan (born February 17, 1963), also known by his initials MJ, is an American businessman and former professional basketball player. His biography on the official NBA website states: "By acclamation, Michael Jordan is the greatest basketball player of all time." He played fifteen seasons in the National Basketball Association (NBA), winning six NBA championships with the Chicago Bulls. Jordan is the principal owner and chairman of the Charlotte Hornets of the NBA and of 23XI Racing in the NASCAR Cup Series. He was integral in popularizing the NBA around the world in the 1980s and 1990s,Markovits and Rensman, p. 89. becoming a global cultural icon in the process. Jordan played college basketball for three seasons under coach Dean Smith with the North Carolina Tar Heels. As a freshman, he was a member of the Tar Heels' national championship team in 1982. Jordan joined the Bulls in 1984 as the third overall draft pick, and quickly emerged as a league st ...
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Michael Jackson
Michael Joseph Jackson (August 29, 1958 – June 25, 2009) was an American singer, songwriter, dancer, and philanthropist. Dubbed the " King of Pop", he is regarded as one of the most significant cultural figures of the 20th century. Over a four-decade career, his contributions to music, dance, and fashion, along with his publicized personal life, made him a global figure in popular culture. Jackson influenced artists across many music genres; through stage and video performances, he popularized complicated dance moves such as the moonwalk, to which he gave the name, as well as the robot. He is the most awarded musician in history. The eighth child of the Jackson family, Jackson made his public debut in 1964 with his older brothers Jackie, Tito, Jermaine, and Marlon as a member of the Jackson 5 (later known as the Jacksons). Jackson began his solo career in 1971 while at Motown Records. He became a solo star with his 1979 album '' Off the Wall''. His music videos, ...
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