Rodney Jerkins
Rodney Roy Jerkins
Rodney Jerkins is an American producer from Pleasantville, New Jersey active since 1994.
- Profession
- Producer, Songwriter
- Born
- July 29, 1977
- Years active
- 1994–present
Early life
A New Jersey preacher's son, Rodney Jerkins became a teenage production prodigy under the name Darkchild.
Career
He produced Brandy and Monica's "The Boy Is Mine," Destiny's Child's "Say My Name," and Michael Jackson and Beyoncé hits, defining late-1990s and 2000s R&B-pop.
Major achievements
He has won multiple Grammy Awards and produced a string of number-one hits across two decades.
Legacy
Rodney Jerkins is one of the most influential R&B-pop producers of his generation.
References
Frequently asked questions about Rodney Jerkins
- What is Rodney Jerkins known for?
- Rodney Jerkins is an American producer from Pleasantville, New Jersey active since 1994. Rodney Jerkins is recognized as a producer and songwriter.
- Where is Rodney Jerkins from?
- Rodney Jerkins is from Pleasantville, New Jersey.
- When was Rodney Jerkins born?
- Rodney Jerkins was born on July 29, 1977, in Pleasantville, New Jersey.
- What kind of music does Rodney Jerkins make?
- Rodney Jerkins's music spans R&B, Pop, and Hip-hop soul.
- Is Rodney Jerkins still active?
- Yes — Rodney Jerkins has been active since 1994 and continues to work today.
- What record labels has Rodney Jerkins been associated with?
- Rodney Jerkins has been associated with Darkchild.
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