Chew On This: Red One

I've said it before and I will continue to keep saying it... Good things come out of Sweden.  At the age of 19, the Moroccan born Red One headed to Sweden to pursue a music career because he felt inspired by the bands that were coming out of there (Europe and Roxette to name a few).  He originally planned on singing and playing guitar in various rock groups but in 1995, he switched gears and began his role of Producer.

He first reached success with the #1 Swedish hit "Step Up" by Darin (whom has been featured on Wonky Pop in the past).  In 2007, Red One relocated to New York City with a "now or never" attitude to break into the US market.  He did so successfully with latino sensation Kat DeLuna's "Whine Up" featuring Elephant Man.  He has produced for artists such as New Kids On the Block, Akon, Brandy, Lionel Richie, and even Lady Gaga (you may recall hearing in "Poker Face" a shout-out to Red One from LaGaga herself.)  He has worked, written and produced alongside of other Producers for Christina Milian, Alexandra Burke, Michael Jackson, Mika and said to work on Kylie Minogue's forthcoming album this year.

In honor of Red One (no, he's not dead, sick or dying-- just love his work and want to showcase him on here), here are several hits from Red One.