9th Wonder Biography
9th Wonder born Patrick Denard Douthit, is a renown hip hop record producer, record executive, Lecturer, DJ, as well as a rapper from Midway, North Carolina, U.S. He began his career journey as the main producer for the group ‘Little Brother’ in Durham, North Carolina. Over the years, he has worked with outstanding artists such as Erykah Badu, Mary J. Blige, Jean Grae, Wale, The late Mac Miller, Jay-Z, Murs, Drake, Buckshot, Chris Brown, Destiny’s Child, J. Cole, Kendrick Lamar, Ludacris, David Banner, Lecrae, Jill Scott, Big Boi, Rapsody, and Anderson .Paak. As of 2010, 9th Wonder raps under the name of 9thmatic. 9th Wonder has a smooth and soulful production style that builds on samples from artists with the soulful vibe such as Al Greenland Curtis Mayfield.
Age| Birthday
9th Wonder was born on January 15, 1975 in Winston-Salem, North Carolina. He is [agecalc birthdate=1975-01-15]
9th Wonder & Nas | God’s Son
The singer and Nas collaborated on the album “God’s Son,” which was released on December 13, 2002, by Columbia Records. 9th Wonder produced the track “Thief’s Theme” on the album, which features a sample of the song “Sound of the Police” by KRS-One.
“God’s Son” was Nas’ sixth studio album and was highly anticipated by fans and critics alike. The album received widespread critical acclaim and is often cited as one of Nas’ best works.
Little Brother| The Listening
Along with rapper Phonte and rapper/singer Big Pooh, formed the hip-hop group Little Brother. 9th Wonder produced the majority of their debut album, “The Listening,” which was released on ABB Records in 2003.
“The Listening” received critical acclaim for its soulful production and introspective lyrics. The album was heavily influenced by classic hip-hop and soul music, with samples from artists such as A Tribe Called Quest and Roy Ayers.
Net Worth
As of my knowledge, The estimated net worth of 9th Wonder (real name Patrick Denard Douthit) is around $5 million USD.
Destiny’s Child
Following the successful production of Jay-Z’s hugely popular album, the album emerged as 9th Wonder’s breakthrough to a major production role, which he did with Destiny’s 2004 album Destiny’s Fulfilled, in which Jay-Z played a key role.
On the ninth album, Wonder produced the tracks “Girl” and “Is She the Reason” as well as the bonus track “Game Over”.
BET
On October 29, 2007, 9th made a rare public appearance on BET’s Rap City, alongside collaborator Talib Kweli. Madlib, Jean Grae and Erykah Badu appeared as well. In 2010, he appeared on BET’s 106 & Park countdown with David Banner.
EA Sports
9th Wonder, E. Jones, and rapper J. Cole served as the lead producers of the soundtrack to the EA Sports video game NBA Elite 11. Wonder and J. Cole also appear as “secret characters” in NBA Jam with a team name of Cole & Wonder.
9thmatic
9th Wonder debuted his rapping alter-ego 9thmatic in late 2009. 9thmatic appeared on songs with Khrysis and Sean Boog, Big Remo, Murs and Thee Tom Hardy.
He worked with Mississippi rapper David Banner on a collaborative album entitled Death of a Pop Star which was released on December 21, 2010.
After forming Jamla Records in 2010, he then went on produce for Jill Scott, Dilated Peoples, Big Boi of Outkast, and Anderson .Paak.
It’s A Wonderful World Music Group
Wonder Jamla
9th Wonder is a renowned hip-hop producer, DJ, and rapper. He has worked with many prominent artists in the industry and is known for his soulful and sample-heavy production style.
“It’s A Wonderful World Music Group”(WWMG) is not a known entity or record label associated with 9th Wonder. It’s possible that it’s a fictitious name or a small independent record label that he has worked with in the past, but there is no concrete information available on this.
However, “Jamla” is a record label and production collective founded by the singer in 2010. It is home to many talented artists such as Rapsody, Heather Victoria, and Reuben Vincent.
The label has released several critically acclaimed albums and has gained a reputation for its focus on lyrical content and authentic hip-hop sound.
Drake | Take Care
9th Wonder did not produce the entire “Take Care” album by Drake. However, he did produce one song on the album, which is “The Real Her” featuring Lil Wayne.
9th Wonder is a respected hip-hop producer known for his work with artists such as Jay-Z, Kendrick Lamar, and J. Cole. His production style is often characterized by soulful and sample-based beats, and he is widely regarded as one of the best producers in the genre.
“Take Care” is the second studio album by Canadian rapper Drake, released in 2011. The album features collaborations with a range of artists, including Rihanna, The Weeknd, and Nicki Minaj. It received critical acclaim and was a commercial success, with several of its singles becoming hits.
Murs And 9th Wonder
Murs and 9th Wonder is a hip-hop duo consisting of rapper Murs and producer 9th Wonder. They first collaborated on Murs’ 2004 album “Murs 3:16: The 9th Edition,” which was entirely produced by 9th Wonder.
They continued to work together, releasing several more albums, including “Murray’s Revenge” (2006), “Sweet Lord” (2008), and “Fornever” (2010).
Their music is known for its soulful beats and introspective lyrics, often exploring themes of love, loss, and personal growth. Murs’ smooth flow and 9th Wonder’s signature production style combine to create a unique sound that has won them critical acclaim and a devoted fan base.
In addition to their collaborative work, both Murs and 9th Wonder have had successful solo careers. Murs has released over a dozen albums and collaborated with artists such as Atmosphere and Slug, while 9th Wonder has produced for artists such as Jay-Z, Kendrick Lamar, and Mary J. Blige.
9th Wonder &Kendrick Lamar
In 2017, Kendrick Lamar hit up 9th Wonder to produce DUCKWORTH., the final track on his 4th studio album, DAMN, where Kendrick tells the backstory of the meeting between his father and Anthony Tiffith, also known as “Top Dawg” from TDE.
Wonder Professor
The ninth professor of miracles 9th Wonder was named artist-in-residence by the president of North Carolina Central University and began teaching hip-hop history in NCCU’s music department.
His role as a music teacher proved enduring when it was announced in January 2010 that 9th Wonder would host a class called “Sampling Soul” with Dr.
Mark Anthony Neal would teach at Duke University. He was continuing his educational journey, having recently been accepted by Harvard University as a Fellow of the Hip Hop Archive. He continued his involvement in higher education, teaching at various universities in the United States.
Albums
Solo albums
- “Dream Merchant Vol. 1” (2005)
- “Dream Merchant Vol. 2” (2007)
- “The Wonder Years” (2011)
- “Tutankhamen (Valley of the Kings)” (2012)
- “The Solution” (with Buckshot) (2012)
- “Jamla Is the Squad” (2014)
- “Jamla Is the Squad II” (2018)
Group albums
- “The Listening” (with Little Brother) (2003)
- “The Minstrel Show” (with Little Brother) (2005)
- “Getback” (with Little Brother) (2007)
- “The Formula” (with Buckshot) (2008)
- “Duck Down presents: The Album” (with Buckshot & KRS-One) (2009)
- “The Solution” (with Murs) (2012)
- “Indie 500” (with Talib Kweli) (2015)
- “Streams of Thought, Vol. 1” (with Black Thought) (2018)
Collaborative albums
- “The Black Album” (with Jay-Z) (2003)
- “Unreleased” (with Nas) (2004)
- “Trophy” (with Skyzoo) (2012)
- “The Good Fight” (with Oddisee) (2015)
- “Zion II” (with Zion I) (2016)
- “The Seven” (with Talib Kweli & Styles P) (2017)
- “Stream of Thought, Vol. 2” (with Black Thought) (2018)
- “Stream of Thought, Vol. 3: Cain and Abel” (with Black Thought) (2020)
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