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.

A blend of 80s synth-pop and modern R&B.

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Should we dive deeper into the he used or look at his marketing strategy for the debut album?

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.

It captures that universal "what if" feeling after a breakup. Behind the Scenes

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

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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.

A blend of 80s synth-pop and modern R&B. Ryan Leslie - How It Was Supposed To Be

💿 The Blueprint of a Classic Ryan Leslie’s 2008 hit "How It Was Supposed To Be" isn’t just a song. It’s a masterclass in New Jack Swing revival and DIY music production. Why It Still Hits The track solidified Leslie as a "producer's producer

Should we dive deeper into the he used or look at his marketing strategy for the debut album? It’s a masterclass in New Jack Swing revival

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.

It captures that universal "what if" feeling after a breakup. Behind the Scenes

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

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