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Part 5: J.R. Rotem on "SOS" Being His & Rihanna's 1st #1 Song, Jay-Z Prioritizing Christina Milian
Part 3: J.R. Rotem on Signing Sean Kingston, Producing #1 Hit Beautiful Girls: Ben E. King Took 75%
Part 1: J.R. Rotem on Getting First Beat Placement on Destiny's Child Album, Only Paid $2,500
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J.R. Rotem discussed Sean Kingston's ongoing legal issues and tumultuous early career. The acclaimed music producer signed Kingston at just 15 years old, when his mother was serving time for identity fraud. Kingston faced various challenges growing up, yet managed to catapult to fame with hits like "Beautiful Girls." Rotem admits Kingston faced constant drama including lawsuits and arrests, culminating in a recent indictment involving $1 million in stolen property. Despite these troubles, Rotem attests to Kingston's innate talent and warm personality but acknowledges the singer's lifestyle choices may have been influenced by early success and upbringing. While Rotem expresses concern over Kingston's situation, he emphasizes the significant impact Kingston had on the music industry and hopes the young artist can rekindle his career without further legal troubles.
