Megahertz (record producer) facts for kids

Meet Dorsey Wesley, also known as Megahertz! He's an American music producer, songwriter, and composer.

Vibe Magazine called him one of music's "10 Most Valuable Producers." About.com also listed him as one of the "Top 50 Greatest Hip-Hop Producers" in hip-hop music.

Billboard Magazine called him a "Powerful Producer." Megahertz has created music for TV shows, movies, video games, and mixtapes. Many of his songs have sold millions of copies, earning "gold," "platinum," and "multi-platinum" awards!

He has worked with famous artists like P. Diddy, Snoop Dogg, Jay-Z, 50 Cent, Busta Rhymes, and Nas. People say Megahertz "brings the wattage," meaning he brings a lot of energy to his music!

Early Music Journey

Megahertz grew up in Willingboro, New Jersey. His family was very religious and didn't allow rap music at home. He had to keep his love for rap a secret. If his mom heard him rapping, he would get "extra church time."

Even with strict rules, Megahertz loved what his mother called "evil music." He told Billboard Magazine, "Not being able to listen to music only made me want to hear it more."

He got tired of rapping over other people's music. So, Megahertz started buying his own equipment. He secretly kept it at a friend's house. Soon, making music became more important than rapping.

One of his first big hits was "Bad Boy for Life." Vibe Magazine said that Megahertz's "bionic rubber-band beat" for the song helped P. Diddy succeed again.

This song was nominated for a Grammy Award. It sold over four million copies, earning "four times platinum" status. It was the second single from P. Diddy's album The Saga Continues. The album reached number two on the US Billboard Mainstream Top 40 chart. The "Bad Boy for Life" music video featured famous people like actor Ben Stiller and NBA star Shaquille O'Neal.

Big Success in Music

Megahertz is known as a "powerful producer" by Billboard Magazine. He has had great success making music for many different things. This includes music for television, movies, and video games. He also produces mixtapes and songs. Many of his songs have sold millions of copies, earning "gold," "platinum," and "multi-platinum" awards.

He has worked with many well-known artists. Some of these include P. Diddy, Snoop Dogg, Jay-Z, 50 Cent, Busta Rhymes, and Nas. People often say that Megahertz "brings the wattage" to his music.

Megahertz made history with the song "Gotta Make It to Heaven." He produced it for 50 Cent's album, Get Rich or Die Tryin'. This album is one of the highest-selling rap albums in U.S. history. It sold over 12 million copies and was one of the best-selling albums of its decade.

How Megahertz Makes Music

Music writer Raqiyah Mays said, "There's power in Megahertz's name." She explained that his beats can "electrocute" artists. This helps them make their skills even better.

Megahertz has a unique way of making music. He often creates his own original sounds. Sometimes, he also uses parts of other songs or sounds. He combines these with drums that he programs himself. This mix of styles allows him to work in many different music genres.

Creative Song Production

One example of his creative style is the Nas song "Got Ur Self a Gun." For this song, Megahertz used a part of "Woke Up This Morning." This was the theme song from the TV show The Sopranos.

MTV's Shaheed Reid wrote about this song. He said Megahertz "molded pianos and strings" that sounded like music for a king's ceremony. This shows how he can turn an old sound into something new and grand.

Another time, Megahertz created a track for Tony Yayo's first album. He used a sound that was popular in Britney Spears's song "Toxic." A fan said, "'Love My Style' is one of the album's craziest tracks." They noted how Megahertz changed the "sugar-sweet pop" sound into something "menacing."

Working with Different Genres

Megahertz's diverse style has allowed him to work with rock groups. He has collaborated with bands like P.O.D. and Linkin Park. He likes to mix different types of music.

He told Source Magazine, "I like System of a Down and I wouldn't mind doing something with them." He also mentioned wanting to work with Limp Bizkit and being a fan of Björk. He said he would even try "Calypso" or "Indian music." He is always open to new musical challenges.

Megahertz wants his music to keep changing and growing. He said, "I'm not into repeat joints – I want to be re-discovered for new sounds each time."

Megahertz as a Performer

Megahertz grew up rapping. This skill later helped him create jingles for commercials. It also led him to songwriting and singing.

In one performance, Megahertz appears on the chorus of the song "Superstar." This song also features famous rappers like Ice Cube, WC, and Mack 10.

Awards and Nominations

Megahertz has received many awards and nominations for his work:

• MTV Awards
  • Best Rap Video "Bad Boy For Life" [Nominated]
• MVPA Awards
  • Best Rap Video "Bad Boy For Life" [Nominated]
• Grammy Awards
  • Best Rap Performance by a Duo or Group "Bad Boy For Life" [Nominated]
• Soul Train Music Awards
  • R&B/Soul Album Group, Band or Duo "The Best of Both Worlds' " [Nominated]
• American Music Awards
  • Favorite Rap/Hip-Hop Album "Get Rich or Die Tryin' " [Won]
• Billboard Music Awards
  • Album of the Year "Get Rich or Die Tryin' " [Won]
• Billboard R&B/Hip-Hop Awards
  • Top R&B/Hip-Hop Album "Get Rich or Die Tryin' " [Won]
• Billboard R&B/Hip-Hop Awards
  • Top Rap Album "Get Rich or Die Tryin' " [Won]
• MOBO Awards
  • Best Album "Get Rich or Die Tryin' " [Won]
• The Source Awards
  • Album of the Year "Get Rich or Die Tryin' " [Won]
• Vibe Awards
  • Dopest Album "Get Rich or Die Tryin' " [Won]