Don Vito (producer) facts for kids

Rodney "Don Vito" Richard (born July 9, 1978) is an American record producer. A record producer helps artists create and record their music, making sure it sounds great.

Don Vito is famous for working with singer Kandi Burruss on music projects. One of his biggest hits was the song "Tardy for the Party" by Kim Zolciak, which was featured on the TV show The Real Housewives of Atlanta. He also appeared as a judge on the TV show The Kandi Factory and helped produce Kandi's online show, Kandi Koated Nights.

Early Life and Career

Don Vito was born Rodney Richard in Gary, Indiana. Even in high school, he loved music. He learned how to be a DJ and would play music at school dances and local parties. After serving in the Marine Corps, he moved to Atlanta, Georgia, to follow his music dreams.

In Atlanta, Don Vito met people in the music business who helped him get started. He began working with hip-hop artists like Ghetto Mafia and Kilo. Later, he signed with a company called RedZone Entertainment. This gave him the chance to work with famous singers like Mya and Blu Cantrell.

After a few years, Don Vito started his own company in 2005 called Don Vito Productions. He had a lot of success with the R&B group Cherish.

Personal Life

Don Vito has two children with his girlfriend, LaTavia Roberson, who was a member of the group Destiny's Child. Their daughter, Lyric, was born in 2013. Their son, Londyn, was born in 2019.

Famous Music Credits

Don Vito has worked as a producer on many popular songs and albums. A producer helps shape the sound of a song, from the beat to the final mix. Here are some of the famous artists he has worked with.

Hit Singles

• "Do It to It" by Cherish (2006)
• "Coffee Shop" by Yung Joc (2007)
• "Anonymous" by Bobby V. featuring Timbaland (2007)
• "Killa" by Cherish (2008)
• "Tardy for the Party" by Kim Zolciak (2009)
• "Bad Girl" by Twista featuring Lloyd (2010)

Albums

Don Vito has also produced tracks on albums for many stars, including:

• So Blu by Blu Cantrell (2001)
• Moodring by Mýa (2003)
• Unappreciated by Cherish (2006)
• Face Off by Bow Wow & Omarion (2007)
• Hustlenomics by Yung Joc (2007)
• The Truth by Cherish (2008)
• Fantasy Ride by Ciara (2009)
• 5.0 by Nelly (2010)
• Hello by Karmin (2012)

Awards and Nominations

Don Vito's work has earned him several awards and nominations.

• In 2007, he won a Songwriter Award for the hit song "Do It to It" by the group Cherish.
• In 2010, he was nominated for a BMI award for his music work.
• In 2023, he won another Songwriter Award when the DJ Acraze created a new version of "Do It to It".

See also

• "Tardy for the Party" lawsuit