Ghosts in the Shadows: Ghostwriting and the Hip Hop Ecosystem

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In this episode of Queue Points, DJ Sir Daniel and Jay Ray dive deep into the world of ghostwriting in hip hop with “Ghosts in the Shadows: Ghostwriting and the Hip Hop Ecosystem.” Discover the hidden influence of ghostwriters on legendary tracks by artists like Diddy, Queen Latifah, and Roxanne Shanté. Learn about the untold contributions of unsung heroes like Mad Skillz and Jadakiss, and how their work has shaped some of hip hop’s most iconic songs. From the legacy of Grandmaster Caz’s rhymes in “Rapper’s Delight” to Apache’s alleged surprising role in “Just Another Day” and “Ladies First,” we uncover the complex stories behind the verses you know and love.

Topics: #Ghostwriters #HipHop #Rappers #BlackPodcasters #BlackMusic #MusicPodcast

Links to Content Referenced in This Episode

• Andrea Martin Speaks on the Women Behind the Music Panel -- ASCAP EXPO
• Free Songwriter Split Sheet Agreement Template with Example (Songtrust)
• The Art and Business of Songwriting (Guest: Brian Patrick Davis)
• Remy Addresses Females With Ghostwriters!!! Does It Really Matter???
• Mad Skillz’ “Ghostwriter” Could Really Be One Of The Ballsiest Tracks Of All Time - Above Average Hip-Hop
• Ghostwriter Mad Skillz Interview About Rappers Not Writing Lyrics - XXL
• 9 takeaways from Mad Skillz’s episode of “Drink Champs”
• The Notorious B.I.G. feat. Mase & Puff Daddy - Mo Money Mo Problems
• Puff Daddy [feat. The Notorious B.I.G. & Busta Rhymes] - Victory
• Puff Daddy & The Family - Seniorita
• Will Smith - Lost & Found
• P. Diddy [feat. Usher & Loon] - I Need A Girl Part 1
• Apache - Gangsta Bitch
• Queen Latifah - Ladies First
• Queen Latifah - Just Another Day
• Roxanne Shanté - Big Mama
• The Sugarhill Gang - Rapper's Delight
• Ghostwriters Revealed??? | Future Producers

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