Leslie - How It Was Supposed To Be — Ryan

The track solidified Leslie as a "producer's producer." While he eventually pivoted to the tech world with SuperPhone , this era remains the gold standard for independent-minded R&B artists.

Raw, slightly desperate, and perfectly matched to the "heartbreak on the dancefloor" vibe. Ryan Leslie - How It Was Supposed To Be

Ryan Leslie changed the game by showing his process. Before "studio vlogs" were a thing, he posted videos of himself building this track from scratch in a single night. The track solidified Leslie as a "producer's producer

Roland Fantom, MPC 2500, and a stack of vintage rack gear. Ryan Leslie - How It Was Supposed To Be

The main hook is just a few notes, but they are the right notes. The Legacy