Big Bert facts for kids

Robert Anthony Smith (born February 11, 1979), known as Big Bert, is an American music producer, songwriter, and musician. He has worked with many famous artists. He is known for helping create popular songs.

Early Life and Music Beginnings

Robert Anthony Smith was born in Atlantic City, New Jersey. His father was a preacher and also owned a trucking company. Robert grew up around music. He is a cousin of the well-known music producer Rodney "Darkchild" Jerkins. His older brother, Fred, is also involved in music.

From a young age, Robert loved music. He started playing the piano and drum set at church. His brothers and sisters would sing along. The family also spent time at their vacation home in Marion County, Florida.

Big Bert's Music Career

Robert Smith began producing music when he was just 15 years old. In 2000, his cousin Rodney Jerkins asked him to help. They worked on a remix for Spanish singer Enrique Iglesias's song "Sad Eyes."

After finishing high school, Robert moved to Los Angeles. There, he joined Jerkins' music group, Darkchild. One of his first big projects was working on Michael Jackson's album Invincible.

He continued to work with Jerkins on many projects. He helped produce songs for groups like B2K and the Spice Girls. He also contributed to music for artists such as Dave Hollister, Toni Braxton, and Kelly Rowland.

In 2020, Robert Smith started his own music label. It is called NOMA Records. He co-founded it with his wife, Xochi Smith, and David and Lisa Midgett.

Robert Smith's Family Life

Robert Smith is married to Xochitl Jacques-Smith. They work together in the music industry. They have five children named Rain, Soleil, Sade, Robert, and Judah. The family lives in Ocala, Florida.

Robert also has a daughter named Sy'rai Iman Smith, born in 2002. Her mother is singer Brandy.

Songs Produced by Big Bert

Big Bert has helped create many songs for different artists. Here are some of the projects he has worked on:

• Michael Jackson - Invincible (2001)
• Brandy - Full Moon (2001)
  • "When You Touch Me" (co-production)
  • "Wow"
• Dave Hollister – Things in the Game Done Changed (2002)
  • "Baby Do Those Things"
  • "I'm Wrong"
  • "It's Okay"
• Jennifer Lopez – Rebirth (2005)
  • "Ryde or Die"
• Jessica Simpson – Irresistible (2001)
  • "Imagination" (co-production)
• Kelly Rowland – Simply Deep (2002)
  • "Love/Hate"
• Kiley Dean – Simple Girl (2002)
  • "Better Than the Day"
  • "Confused"
  • "Should I"
• Nina Sky – Starting Today (2010)
  • "Curtain Call"
• Olivia – Behind Closed Doors (2005)
  • "Never Too Far"
• Ray J – This Ain't a Game (2001)
  • "Crazy" (co-production)
• Spice Girls – Forever (2000)
  • "Get Down with Me" (co-production)
• Tarralyn Ramsey – Tarralyn (2004)
  • "Take Me Away"
• Toni Braxton – More Than a Woman (2002)
  • "Always"
  • "Selfish"
• Trin-i-tee 5:7 – The Kiss (2002)
  • "All My Life"
  • "I Wish"