About
Babyface (Kenneth Brian Edmonds) is a multi-platinum selling rnb singer, songwriter and record producer. He has written and produced for artists such as Whitney Houston , Karyn White, Johnny Gill , Vanessa Williams, Pebbles, Madonna and Boyz II Men, and has also worked on various film soundtracks in his successful career. Kenneth Edmonds was born on April 10, 1958, in Indianapolis, Indiana, to Marvin and Barbara Edmonds. Barbara was a pharmaceutical plant manager. Read more on Last.fm
Genres
- detroit hip hop
- detroit trap
Frequently Asked Questions
- Who did Babyface write music for?
- Babyface has written music for a remarkable roster of artists spanning multiple generations in the music industry. As one of the most prolific songwriters and producers in R&B and pop, he has crafted hits for legends such as Whitney Houston ("I'm Your Baby Tonight"
- What song did Babyface write for Michael Jackson?
- Babyface wrote the song "On the Line"
- How many #1 hits does Babyface have?
- Babyface has an impressive catalog of #1 hits, with over 26 songs reaching the top spot on the Billboard charts as a songwriter, producer, or both. He has scored 11 Grammy Awards and, according to Billboard, his work as a writer and producer has resulted in more than 50 Top 10 Pop and R&B hits throughout his career. Some of his #1 hits include "End of the Road"
- Why is Babyface so rich?
- Babyface is so rich due to his multifaceted career as a songwriter, producer, performer, and businessman in the music industry. He has written and produced dozens of multi-platinum and Grammy-winning records for himself and other top artists, earning significant royalties and residuals from his extensive catalog. Babyface also co-founded LaFace Records with L.A. Reid, launching the careers of superstars like TLC, Usher, and Toni Braxton, which generated substantial revenue. His savvy business deals, including music publishing rights and production credits, have consistently added to his wealth. Additionally, Babyface's own albums and tours have been commercially successful. This combination of creative talent, strategic business moves, and long-term royalties from enduring hits has made him one of the wealthiest and most influential figures in contemporary music.
- How did Babyface get famous?
- Babyface got famous through his exceptional talent as both a songwriter and producer, as well as his own success as an R&B artist. His early career began as a member of the group The Deele, but he rose to prominence in the late 1980s and early 1990s by writing and producing hit songs for other artists, such as Bobby Brown's "Every Little Step"