James Worthy (record producer) explained

James Worthy
Genre:Hip hop, R&B, Dance
Occupation:Record producer, singer, songwriter, audio engineer
Years Active:2010–present
Label:Sony, Bad Boy Records, Interscope

James Worthy is an American record producer, singer, songwriter, and audio engineer. Worthy's production, and work includes various recording artists like Fetty Wap, Goodie Mob, Truth Hurts, Robin S, and 112.

Early life

Worthy grew up in Queens, New York City.[1]

Career

Worthy came to prominence working with, producing, and writing for artists such as J Holiday, Robin S., Kurupt, Yung Berg, and many others.[2] [3] In 2017, Worthy has also pursued acting, and was featured on "Access Hollywood", and appeared on BET's docu series "From the Bottom Up" Season 1.[4] Later in 2017 he joined the duo group Kings X2 where they released their debut single "Wine For Me". The song peaked at number 10 on the Billboard Hot Singles Chart.

In 2021, Worthy announced an investment into British Sports and Entertainment company "3 Kingdoms Group".[5] Later in 2023 he launched his Label imprint "Humble Sound Records".

Solo

Worthy embarked on a career as a performer. His debut EP, "Blu Leisure",[6] was released January 11, 2019 through Empire Distribution. Worthy's debut single was entitled "Move" which featured Whodini. On January 17, 2020, Worthy released his sophomore EP "Kaleidoscopes"[7] which was co executive produced by PM Dawn. The lead single for Worthy's 2020 release was titled "This Wave".[8] Following up to 2022 he released a dance house single entitled "See It My Way" which features dance singer Robin S. The song peaked at #1 on the iTunes Dance Single Chart upon its release. His most notable collaborative project entitled "Gipp N Worthy" debuted at #9 on the iTunes R&B/Soul chart with a guest appearance from 112. The first single "TOTW" off the project peaked at #91 on the Billboard R&B Digital Song Sales chart.

Artist Discography

EP's

Solo Lead Singles

As Featured Artist

Notes and References

  1. Web site: Francis . Kera . James Worthy, not the basketball player, is making moves in the music industry . Andscape. October 7, 2016 .
  2. Web site: Whaley. Kacie. James Worthy is the next breakout music producer. Rollingout.com. August 25, 2015.
  3. Web site: Burton . Brittany . RESPECT. Magazine Catches Up with James Worthy . respect-mag.com. October 23, 2018 .
  4. Web site: Yohance. Kyles. EXCLUSIVE: James Worthy Discusses His Production Work, Appearing On Centric's 'From The Bottom Up' & More. Allhiphop.com. January 15, 2016.
  5. Web site: Grammy nominee invests in launch of "next generation" sports agency for Premier League stars . 2022-03-13 . Bdaily Business News . May 14, 2021 . en.
  6. Web site: Samone . Its K . Music Producer and Artist James Worthy Talks The Release Of His EP Blu Leisure, Cardi B's Grammy Win and His Respect For Kayne West . hotspotatl.com. March 13, 2019 .
  7. Web site: Rossow . Andrew . Looking at the Music Industry Through 'Kaleidoscopes' . MSNBC.com.
  8. Web site: 2Bees . Miss . ACTOR-SINGER JAMES WORTHY TALKS WORKING WITH 90S LEGENDS, GRAMMYS, KALEIDOSCOPES, & MORE . thesource.com. February 18, 2020 .