Donnie Scantz • R&B MONEY Podcast • Ep.090

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The Authority On All Things R&B !
On this week's episode of The R&B Money Podcast, Tank and J Valentine chop it up with visionary writer, producer, and engineer Donnie Scantz, one of the musical masterminds behind Aaliyah's "I Don't Wanna" and Ludacris's "Pimpin All Over the World." We get the origin story of Scantz straight from Houston, as the prodigy recounts hustling his way through school cranking out beats, chasing glory days in 1990s Atlanta, and maneuvering his come-up among the Noontime elite. From sleeping 5-to-1 in pursuit of his Aaliyah dream to serendipitously encountering Keri Hilson earlier in her career, Scantz releases crazy tales of risking it all in a state of emergency. Barely missing a credit on Usher's smash "Yeah" while paying life-changing dues that prepared him to later mentor so many in this game. This rare ride rivals movies in the uncensored chronicle of R&B history you simply need to experience. Donnie Scantz is now on The R&B Money Podcast!
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0:00 Intro
7:00 Houston
1:07:00 Shakes For The Dollars
1:10:20 Writing
2:09:50 Top 5 R&B Singers
2:14:30 Top 5 R&B Songs
2:17:15 R&B Voltron
2:28:00 I Aint Saying No Names
2:33:30 Outro

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@KelvinTroyJohnson 5 ай бұрын

This podcast is like putting together a giant puzzle. Each guest comes on and adds a piece of knowledge we didn’t know. Sometimes, like this episode you hear some of the same stories told by previous guests. Confirming the puzzle’s authenticity. My fav podcast!👏🏾👏🏾🔥🔥

@jazminmorris5745 5 ай бұрын

No really. Hearing B.Cox version of how Emancipation of Mimi came about then hearing Johnta Austin part and hearing these two pop up in countless stories. Just awesome and very authentic cuz the storytelling is always consistent with with guests

@KelvinTroyJohnson 5 ай бұрын

@@jazminmorris5745 facts!! True fans are following the story lines and they are consistent.

@TheChillionaire007 5 ай бұрын

Same sentiments

@clariseharrington8252 Ай бұрын

Facts

@dnb200 5 ай бұрын

This the realest interview yet. The good, the bad, the ugly.

@damonw5926 5 ай бұрын

So real and Donnie brought the numbers with him.

@msmojo1 5 ай бұрын

He had the receipts and he stood on business no fake shit

@motownmommy 5 ай бұрын

@@msmojo1Yep, he brought the pooper scooper for Keri's 💩

@m.e.5 5 ай бұрын

And he still presented them respectfully

@anniem.670 5 ай бұрын

Man this reminded me of Relationships I've had with people where I've over extended my Loyalty and got paid dust. I loved hearing his stories, I hope his journey is continued with success.

@rachsalomon5819 5 ай бұрын

I'm glad that J. and Tank's R&B Money podcast provides a safe space for artists to share their journeys in the music industry.

@julissagu 5 ай бұрын

This man had a lot of lows, he’s a very resilient person, stood on business at all times, the side of the business you don’t ever hear about. Thank you for this podcast.

@motownmommy 5 ай бұрын

I'll say it again, it's the writers and producers for me. Every time a guest is introduced who is not widely known... here comes the comments. I wish people knew that our knowledge, or lack there of, of a guest does not determine whether or not she/he is worth interviewing. Everyone has a story to tell. Thank you, Donnie, for keeping it 💯. Salute Donnie and R&B Money!

@placebosyndrome 5 ай бұрын

it be the so-called unknowns that end up have the best episodes a lot of the times...i look forward to the folks who I may not know, or don't know the face, etc.

@mimiwilliams7281 5 ай бұрын

💯💯💯💯

@clariseharrington8252 Ай бұрын

Facts! I'm almost caught up having binged EVERY episode. ❤

@PresshureDavenport 5 ай бұрын

Don Scantz the cautionary tale..... Be ready to stand alone if you decide to stand on business.😢

@TorTheWeirdo 5 ай бұрын

Exactly

@baihu4u 4 ай бұрын

💯

@AllureKeys 5 ай бұрын

Dang Keri & Polow 😔. Tank & J faces & silence said it all.

@user-gk2gw3qi3n 5 ай бұрын

I didn’t know this man prior to this interview but I’m rooting for him in all that he does from here on out… he seemed sincere and honest and that’s what’s needed in music.

@jayt4886 5 ай бұрын

I love how Tank and J let him express himself… you can tell Keri and Polo really hurt him… He’s a gracious man! And, his Voltron is 🔥🔥🔥! I wish him more success!

@dannnidoll 5 ай бұрын

Polow burnt a lot of relationships

@caliBornbEauty 5 ай бұрын

Keri too smh @@dannnidoll

@thomasscott3973 5 ай бұрын

The blues in RnB is real. I thought Keri and Polow fell off, no, it was just karma for the way they treated Donnie.

@TorTheWeirdo 5 ай бұрын

@@thomasscott3973 that karma something real fr

@ldavis9262 5 ай бұрын

Disrespectful that this didn’t get the views. Scantz is a real one. Tank J please don’t let the amount of views discourage you from given us what we need. Love the pod.

@Ayomari1993 5 ай бұрын

This was I ain’t saying no names, but for the whole episode 😂😂

@anniear_tistphotography 5 ай бұрын

Finally someone giving IDEAL their flowers 💐…. I play that album TO THIS DAY!!!

@simplymd 5 ай бұрын

Now it makes sense why Keri's interview felt so weird...she wasn't telling the FULL truth. What's done in the dark will ALWAYS come to light.

@corinicole9271 5 ай бұрын

Absolutely!

@88wyrick 5 ай бұрын

I agree. I never finished her episode. Something felt off. Especially how she kept saying she didn’t remember.

@alee7322 5 ай бұрын

I didn’t finish it either.

@TheWeekdy0 5 ай бұрын

You are so right! For one, it was boring- I couldn’t finish the episode as well.

@marquitaparahams 5 ай бұрын

I watched the whole thing and it felt very inauthentic

@mj23pc34 5 ай бұрын

Cannot even front... there's certain aspects of this interview not only broke my heart but has definitely altered my views of some of people he mentioned in this view. The transparency, honesty, and vulnerability- so glad he was able to share his story. Well done interview!

@creamycazz1 5 ай бұрын

Voice: Lalah Hathaway Performance style: Tina Turner Drip: Beyoncé Passion: Nina Simone I don’t think anyone has done this segment better than Donnie. This is High level right here. Also love the fact that he chose to build a WOMAN vs. a man. I reallllly enjoyed watching this episode. Thank you Donnie Scantz. You just gave me some new inspo!

@D0peSince85 5 ай бұрын

Possibly the greatest voltron yet!

@creamycazz1 5 ай бұрын

@@D0peSince85 Indeed!

@ahh_dri 5 ай бұрын

But is it basically Beyoncé!??

@beymeatpw 5 ай бұрын

@@ahh_driBeyoncé is a whole Voltron by herself. Lol

@kbgoldwire 5 ай бұрын

Lesson kids: Integrity and business do not go hand in hand. It does not mean success will not come but Lord! Bless Donnie for perseverence!

@faithdobson3983 5 ай бұрын

This episode was so good! Give Donnie Scantz his flowers!❤❤💐💐💐💐🔥🔥🔥

@MelissaCarterRue 5 ай бұрын

This was one of the realest interviews on the R&B Money Podcast to date. Much love and respect to Donnie the 🐐

@user-qq6ix1em1v 5 ай бұрын

😮 my face the whole time he was telling his perspective of the Timbaland/Polow/Keri situation

@tbetters2012 5 ай бұрын

Shakes for dollars, I'd still like to holla is hilarious 😂

@sparksdafello94 5 ай бұрын

This interview is authentic and shows the real “Every man for himself” side of the industry and it also shows the resilience you have to have to make it in this industry

@latriviasbrown4472 5 ай бұрын

Everytime Tank sings top 5 Jay looks like it's his first time hearing it like a proud parent 😂😂 ❤ I love it Malaya is dope

@kbgoldwire 5 ай бұрын

EVERY TIME! Because he knows Tank is up for any type of rendition😊😂

@fortheloveofdecorandmore 5 ай бұрын

Aww Donnie! He seems like he was waiting to get some of this off of his chest. I'm glad you all provided the platform for him. I wish him the best!

@dwight9012 5 ай бұрын

Loved this interview. And especially it being a call back to the Keri episode. I said c’mon ‘Messy Club ShayShay’! 😂 NOW we need ya’ll to acquire BRANDY, Tamia & let’s throw Melanie Fiona in there as well. -Mgmt.

@placebosyndrome 5 ай бұрын

amen!

@terikathomas2131 5 ай бұрын

Do you have a time stamp for that part?

@MsMizz1 4 ай бұрын

Yes!! I haven’t seen anyone mention Melanie before you.

@shanqueda121 5 ай бұрын

I love his honesty. This is the side people need to see.

@Des_Armoni 5 ай бұрын

See as much as I know and love rnb i never knew of this person by name. Telling yall this is the most important podcast out man smhhhh thanks Tank & Jay

@alee7322 5 ай бұрын

I say this ever time it’s someone I don’t know.

@Madein67 5 ай бұрын

I learn sooo much about the behind the scenes and what it really takes to become and stay a working person in the business.

@Des_Armoni 5 ай бұрын

@@Madein67 fax it’s amazing its like you learn that even the greats went through hella rejection and struggle before they made it. So u shouldn’t feel a way that you’re going through it because it’s not personal it’s just the nature of the business.

@Des_Armoni 5 ай бұрын

@@alee7322 i know the people most of the time but i learn a lot more about them but then its times like this where its like ok i didnt know this at all. Best pod fr.

@dana2345 5 ай бұрын

So many lessons to take from his story. A lot of people are going to learn from his candidness. Gotta make sure the reciprocation and loyalty given is assessed with discernment. Truth is everyone doesn’t have your best interest at hand. No matter how tight u think you are. But if you sow good seed, good harvest will always come back to you.

@tiend15 5 ай бұрын

Definitely appreciate his vulnerability and his story. The BLUES of R&B the part people seem to forget.

@2LadyDi 2 ай бұрын

ScantzMan made me want to cry listening to his story and how he emotionally shared it. The lows kept getting lower and more heart breaking. The pain he was in telling the story seemed to finally disappear as the story left him. Hats off to Team R&B Money for having these insightful, couch conversations that are needing on so many levels. The mental space that these beautiful artists leave in must be so damn amazing. Looking forward to the next one!!

@DeeeFabolous 5 ай бұрын

Great episode. We learned, yet again, how the music business is treacherous at times. As for his story with Keri.. oddly enough I’m NOT surprised.

@corinicole9271 5 ай бұрын

I'm not surprised Keri did something like that either, same with Polo.

@shaydayy_babii420 5 ай бұрын

Me neither I feel like she was fake on the podcast

@pjae1076 5 ай бұрын

I think the brother was and is way to humble. This feels like an example of shrinking yourself just enough to be overlooked because you think you’re beneath a timbaland. You gotta know how dope you are so you don’t slip through the cracks.

@caliBornbEauty 5 ай бұрын

Hearing him say he can't lift a finger to Timbaland made me sad! Sure, respect to your idols but not at your own expense!

@jakehill2010 5 ай бұрын

He probably didn't want to outshine the master

@bosswray54 5 ай бұрын

@@caliBornbEautyyou’re right but hopefully he was meaning at that time in his career he couldn’t compare.

@caliBornbEauty 5 ай бұрын

@jakehill2010 sign of a good teacher is that the students surpass the master. That's not disrespect, it's an honor. Leaving the world better than you found it. We hold people in high regard but they would not do the same. Timbaland knew the song was Donnie's and "improved" it. Would Tim be so appreciative if a better producer took his beat and made it their own and did not credit him? Probably not.

@caliBornbEauty 5 ай бұрын

@bosswray54 I get that too but I don't like self depreciation. These creative people are all amazing in their own right. Donnie deserves his flowers

@tspoonofmiya4739 5 ай бұрын

I literally commented on Keri's interview that I can't put my finger on it, but something about her is very off-putting. Donnie put some reasoning behind my feeling.

@beymeatpw 5 ай бұрын

THANK YOU!

@motownmommy 5 ай бұрын

That something was unsubstantiated arrogance.

@shaydayy_babii420 5 ай бұрын

She fake and I felt that when I watched her on here

@janessamarie4601 4 ай бұрын

Looking back, hers did feel less authentic than the other interviews

@bgabaldon2 5 ай бұрын

J Valentine , the way you listened to this person is the way you should listen to the women who interview on your show without interrupting them constantly. Great interview.

@TorTheWeirdo 5 ай бұрын

That’s the reason I haven’t seen Tiffany Red’s episode. Just based on the comments I knew I’d be triggered by the way they were treating her.

@my2boysr2blessed 4 ай бұрын

Damn. You're right though...

@Fries1216 5 ай бұрын

Anytime someone mentions Aaliyah, I'm hooked

@LilKweli 5 ай бұрын

Can we have Ryan Leslie on?

@bobbymorg34567 5 ай бұрын

GOOD ONE. YEAH. *RAWR* Tank voice

@hurairakhan8162 5 ай бұрын

Has to happen

@janessamarie4601 4 ай бұрын

👏🏽

@loyalty83 5 ай бұрын

As a healer, one thing I appreciate is authenticity. That is what this episode brought. Thank you.

@bjackson1904 5 ай бұрын

Wow this interview really went all in. Kind of hit you in the gut with his memories about the meeting with Timbaland, Kerri & Polo. Can’t understand why people won’t stand up for each other in matters of the truth. Loved the interview especially bringing up Mental Health issues which is so needed. Thanks Tank & J for letting us see the other side of R&B Money. Glad DS is continuing his journey & is still doing what he loves!!

@bobbymorg34567 5 ай бұрын

Hey yall, I got one for the list: TEEDRA MOSES.

@bobbymorg34567 5 ай бұрын

Also, Dre & Vidal, Tim & Bob, Big Bub, J Dub.

@mamabear2181 4 ай бұрын

I've said this!! Mya too

@misunderstoodkj 5 ай бұрын

Bring Jaheim!!! We need him to be a guest. Y’all would break the internet for sure.

@shalonda8669 5 ай бұрын

I agree!!! Jaheim needs some time ❤

@kamihargrove8020 5 ай бұрын

Please ❤

@latriviasbrown4472 5 ай бұрын

Donnie is a wealth of knowledge and he's humble in his success he can really pop his ish but he's meek Flowers 🌺🌺🌺🌺🌺🌹🌹🌹🌹🌹🌹 To Dscantz

@Imperfectnurse 5 ай бұрын

I love the way Valentine looks at things and tries to give people the benefit of the doubt. He holds others accountable but also himself

@beymeatpw 5 ай бұрын

Welp, Keri got her karma later on. 😂

@jakehill2010 5 ай бұрын

She sure did!

@myradavis3707 5 ай бұрын

You can tell before you even listen that if it’s 2 hours or more that it’s gonna be 🔥🔥🔥

@ebonystigall7107 5 ай бұрын

This is one of my top 5 interviews. Honesty and truth. Everybody has a side to the story. I love how it all comes out. Truth always comes to light. May God continue to bless you!!!!!

@stormc14 5 ай бұрын

Mr. Donnie is a very hard working man. He's a very talented man. I truly love Aaliyah "I Don't Wanna"...Thank You Tank & J. Valentine for bring Donnie on. So far my favorite episode.

@ashleiwithani4910 5 ай бұрын

Keri ALWAYS been shady. I'm not surprised by anything he's saying about her.

@placebosyndrome 5 ай бұрын

i love how Donnie took his time with his story...great interview! now I gotta put on some Ideal.

@DesiLu4Life 5 ай бұрын

The moral of the story, keep grinding, keep working hard and people will respect you. Im still a believer in the word of God that says Your gifts will make room for you and bring you before great men. A man diligent in his business will stand before Kings and not mere men 🙌🏽🔥

@DonB3265 5 ай бұрын

From a fan of r&b, im happy to learn about donnie scantz and his journey. So many gems dropped in this one💯

@JustUdoro 5 ай бұрын

This episode was so foundational in many ways. The raw stories and experiences of this man…my goodness. The honesty of it all was so needed. And his #HTX beginnings…❤️🙌🏾🔥🙌🏾

@msmojo1 5 ай бұрын

Shout out to Donnie mf Scantz and all his contributions to music we loved ❤

@musictipsreviewswithjg 5 ай бұрын

Good having ppl like Donnie Scantz who are underrated

@BigBossRish 5 ай бұрын

This interview was definitely on time!!! The journey is never easy but if you love it (whatever that is) it’ll never stop tapping and tugging at your heart! Thank you for the transparency and recording receipts Donnie 😂

@eclectikgirl 5 ай бұрын

Appreciate his transparency and insight. It’s always great to see when talent outweighs adversity.

@pamalalowe2 5 ай бұрын

Great interview. Love it when Tank does the Top 5 and to see J’s smile when he plays and secretly takes us to church. ❤❤😂

@astoldbytravi 5 ай бұрын

Yesssssss so happy to hear the group HTOWN mentioned.

@candicesmith8208 5 ай бұрын

Yesssss Donnie Scantz ! We salute you My Brother 👏🏾👏🏾👏🏾

@m.e.5 5 ай бұрын

This voltron is one of the coldest ever and I love how he made his a woman! The addition of writer/producer to the voltron🫰🫰🫰. We need another Tank episode where he’s asked the same qs he asks the guests!

@celly9719 5 ай бұрын

What up, Donnie! H-Town, Ideal, Lamar HS in the building. RIP Mrs. Scantlebury!

@victoriaedwards7021 5 ай бұрын

Y’all don’t understand how much I love y’all… 😂 I lowkey be acting like I know yall in Real life 😂. ❤ y’all and what yall doing.

@damonw5926 5 ай бұрын

I love this show. I learn something every time I watch. This time was not different with Donnie bringing the money side of the business. I love that he said how much he was paid to create his track.

@liteeyes1882 5 ай бұрын

Another great interview with one of the architects of great R&B!!! I loved his transparency on how dirty the music business is, so many people in the business have backstabber stories!!!

@Des_Armoni 5 ай бұрын

That man said u been tricking for a long time huh lmaooo that song was fire!!!

@kamyaarnold3116 4 ай бұрын

Shakes for dollars!!! Cmon now a BOP

@luxuryrapchannel 5 ай бұрын

Maaan I loved hearing the NoonTime stories

@divadeedh 5 ай бұрын

Wow that voice is so pure Tank

@stantonparrish1288 5 ай бұрын

Man that music business ain’t no joke! Salute to the creators that don’t have a big ass head. Desire is nothing without execution. Keep cooking y’all

@kayla_deja26 5 ай бұрын

This was an amazing interview. I really love how this podcast allows people to come on and speak about their journey and what it took for them to get there. I have heard of Donnie Scantz but never knew his back story. This man definitely deserves his flowers. Y'all honestly have not missed with these episodes. #1 podcast in the game 💯🤙🏾🔥🔥

@JarardKenneth 5 ай бұрын

1:07:05 This is STILL a vibe. Imagine a remix for 2024!

@brandonbjerre7145 5 ай бұрын

Please!!! Drop this

@frequentiis 5 ай бұрын

That. Song. Is. So. Fire. Shit, i love R&B, fuckin GenZ gotta try to kill our R&B, SMH

@achievertobe 5 ай бұрын

Facts!! Drop the song Tank!!!

@markjamesheath7026 5 ай бұрын

Robert Townsend was just on Questlove Supreme. I need him on R&B Money. I need yall to ask the R&B questions that NO ONE else will ask. Love yall and thank yall.

@bobbymorg34567 5 ай бұрын

I tried to watch their podcast, but it's incomparable to R&B Money lol.

@markjamesheath7026 5 ай бұрын

@@bobbymorg34567 frfr. It's so scattered. I'm saying Tank and Jay would have the best Townsend interview ever

@businesslady26 5 ай бұрын

I knew this would be a dope interview! Such humility and vulnerability! Thanks for being so open and sharing, Donnie‼️❤️

@laurencebellinger3350 5 ай бұрын

This dude made my fave Aaliyah joint ever and among my fave songs ever!!!

@lvhandyrepairllc7102 5 ай бұрын

The narration of his career was awesome

@latasha8581 4 ай бұрын

Tank is hilarious 😂😂😂😂😂he said "not the bbbbaabbbeeee"

@SistarSirius 5 ай бұрын

DScantz ... what a treat to be on this podcast a few days before your birthday! 🥰🥰🥰🥰

@diyyahfontenot1072 5 ай бұрын

My HTown homeboy since the 80s❤❤❤

@VyCityMusic 5 ай бұрын

D Scantz .. if you know YOU KNOW ! Check the credits . Love this episode ❤❤❤

@88wyrick 5 ай бұрын

Thank you for shedding light on these musical geniuses. This explains why I couldn’t get into the Keri Hilson episode. Something was off about it. This interview was very insightful.

@dollabill1307 5 ай бұрын

loved his interview kept it 💯

@mrzohsoordinary 5 ай бұрын

Tank must’ve really loved this song lol he let the whole thang play

@KenyattaParker1911 4 ай бұрын

H-Town legend!! D Scantz. I see the Gotta Feed Da Fam gear!

@MrHellz609 5 ай бұрын

First off the “state of emergency” was crazy. I remember that music from MySpace and it was classic. Wish it was still online somewhere

@TorTheWeirdo 5 ай бұрын

Yoo I been tryna hear Shakes For Dollars since the PJ Morton episode. 😂🤣 Thnx D Scantz

@user-bi9qe1hn6x 5 ай бұрын

Great episode! Shoutout to Donnie, great producer and better person! Thanks for the work you put in with my group Mowett.. proud of your success bruh💪🏾

@akina7491 5 ай бұрын

This was another incredible episode. Thank you J, Tank and R&B Money podcast with a grest guest This episode was terrific.🎉🎉🎉

@jamesisley2328 5 ай бұрын

His Voltron is crazy! 🔥🔥

@NickMintz 5 ай бұрын

This was a classic episode for sure.

@kitheartist 5 ай бұрын

This was a very inspiring interview. Shoutout to another HSPVA alumni 🙌🏽❤

@bignutbussa3917 5 ай бұрын

Damn this interview had ALL LOWS, doesn’t seem like this brother ever got his break…….. this might be the best interview on this show so far, its so real

@Westcocoa 5 ай бұрын

Yes, that song is fire!! 💥

@celinahurt1472 5 ай бұрын

Absolutely

@onlycaresse9305 5 ай бұрын

Wow! This was everything, inspiring and so much more. ⚘️⚘️

@JayCooperX 5 ай бұрын

Donnie Scantz taught me the wayz 🔥🔥🔥

@GabrielleGoneGlobal 2 ай бұрын

I appreciate this interview because that keri hilson interview left so much to be desired as far as her story goes

@JarardKenneth 5 ай бұрын

1:09:05 these runs are insane!!!!!! I need to study these. Sheesh 💯🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥

@kendollll23 5 ай бұрын

Y’all should have LUKE JAMES on the show next

@mimisangeve4592 5 ай бұрын

Tank killed me with 1:18:00 😅😅😅😅 “not the baby”

@IamSourJack 5 ай бұрын

His Voltron might be top 5 .What a combination! great episode

@rachsalomon5819 5 ай бұрын

I love it when Tank performs Top Five every week in a different way.

@loharmony1 5 ай бұрын

Thank you Tank and J.valentine for the information especially for a Indy artist like myself. Hopefully one day you will have me on the show.

@AsToldByKarmen1000 3 ай бұрын

That's literally my favorite Aaliyah song!! I can play "I don't wanna be" over and over to this day! I love seeing the people behind the music that gets me through tough times.