Ryan wrote, produced, and performed every note.
Ryan Leslie changed the game by showing his process. Before "studio vlogs" were a thing, he posted videos of himself building this track from scratch in a single night.
The track solidified Leslie as a "producer's producer." While he eventually pivoted to the tech world with SuperPhone , this era remains the gold standard for independent-minded R&B artists.
Being your own engineer saves time and preserves your vision.
The main hook is just a few notes, but they are the right notes. The Legacy
Sharing the "making of" creates a deeper fan connection.
Ryan Leslie - How It Was Supposed To Be May 2026
Ryan wrote, produced, and performed every note.
Ryan Leslie changed the game by showing his process. Before "studio vlogs" were a thing, he posted videos of himself building this track from scratch in a single night. Ryan Leslie - How It Was Supposed To Be
The track solidified Leslie as a "producer's producer." While he eventually pivoted to the tech world with SuperPhone , this era remains the gold standard for independent-minded R&B artists. Ryan wrote, produced, and performed every note
Being your own engineer saves time and preserves your vision. Ryan Leslie - How It Was Supposed To Be
The main hook is just a few notes, but they are the right notes. The Legacy
Sharing the "making of" creates a deeper fan connection.
