BSwift Exclusive Interview With Daryl Simmons On Crafting An R&B Dynasty

Discover the untold stories of legendary songwriter Daryl Simmons as he shares his journey from Indianapolis to global fame. In this exclusive interview, Simmons discusses his iconic collaborations with Babyface, Michael Jackson, and Boyz II Men, the creation of timeless hits like "Can We Talk" and "End of the Road," and his insights into the evolving music industry. A must-watch for music lovers and aspiring songwriters.

🔑 Highlights include:

Early days in local bands with Babyface

Writing chart-toppers for Tevin Campbell, Johnny Gill, Bobby Brown & more

The real truth about “Can We Talk”

Inside stories on working with Michael Jackson

Timeless advice for today’s songwriters

Daryl Simmons may be the “Silent Partner,” but his words here speak volumes.

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[00:08-00:25] B. Swift shares how he wanted this interview for years and mentions his dad's role in making it happen.

[00:25-00:38] Discussion about Daryl's journey in the music industry, starting from Indianapolis and local bands like Manchild and Red Hots.

[00:38-00:59] Daryl talks about taking music seriously from a young age, playing drums at 9, and growing up around musicians.

[00:59-01:15] Reflecting on the 70s era of playing in clubs and the joy of performing live.

[01:15-01:58] Daryl shares how playing in clubs was a learning ground for honing musical skills and enjoying the process.

[01:59-02:42] Daryl discusses his favorite group, Manchild, and how it was a pivotal learning experience.

[02:42-03:10] Recording albums with Manchild and learning about writing, recording, and being in the studio.

[03:10-03:36] Transition to California and the realization of their songwriting potential.

[03:36-04:00] Writing songs daily and the early struggles of staying in California.

[04:00-04:39] The breakthrough moment with "Rock Steady" and how it led to more opportunities.

[04:39-05:50] The rise of their songwriting machine, working with artists like Paula Abdul, Johnny Gill, and James Ingram.

[05:50-06:17] Reflecting on their work ethic and the success of having multiple songs on the charts simultaneously.

[06:17-07:08] Grammy nominations and advice from Quincy Jones about persistence in the industry.

[07:08-08:03] The story behind writing "Can We Talk" for Tevin Campbell and addressing rumors about the song.

[08:03-09:00] Artists Daryl wanted to work with but never got the chance, like Gladys Knight.

[09:00-10:02] The story of "End of the Road" and how Kenny initially wanted to keep the song.

[10:02-11:00] The LaFace Records era and the talent on their roster, including Outkast, TLC, and Usher.

[11:00-12:00] Stories about discovering artists like Usher and Chili from TLC.

[12:00-13:00] Memories of working with TLC and writing hits like "Baby, Baby, Baby."

[13:00-14:00] Hearing their songs on the radio for the first time and the joy of seeing their work appreciated.

[14:00-15:00] The origin of Daryl's company name, "Silent Partner," and his transition into producing.

[15:00-16:00] Learning the craft of producing and songwriting from Kenny and LA.

[16:00-18:00] Working with Michael Jackson, the challenges, and the story behind "Slave to the Rhythm."

[18:00-20:00] Funny anecdotes about Michael Jackson's quirks and their time in the studio.

[20:00-22:00] The posthumous release of "Slave to the Rhythm" and reflections on the experience.

[22:00-24:00] Advice for aspiring songwriters and how the industry has changed over the years.

[24:00-26:00] The shift from physical records to digital music and the challenges of the modern music industry.

[26:00-28:00] Daryl's favorite songs he’s written: "Can We Talk," "My, My, My," and "Rock With You."

[28:00-30:00] The creative process behind these songs and the memories tied to them.

[30:00-33:00] Closing thoughts, appreciation for the interview, and reflections on their legacy in music.

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