Jamal Fincher Jones (born October 15, 1977 or 1978), known professionally as Polow da Don, is an American record producer from

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. He began his career as a recording artist in the late 1990s, leaving college to pursue a career with the short-lived hip hop group

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. They signed with

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in 1999 and released two albums—''Crow's Nest'' (1999) and ''Right Quick'' (2001)—before being dropped from the label. Although disappointed, Jones formed a

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group with

Bubba Sparxxx Warren Anderson Mathis (born March 6, 1977), better known by his stage name Bubba Sparxxx, is an American rapper. His 2001 single, " Ugly" (featuring Timbaland) peaked at number 15 on the ''Billboard'' Hot 100 and led him to sign with Timbaland ...

, Sean P,

Pastor Troy Micah LeVar "Pastor" Troy (born November 18, 1977) is an American rapper from Augusta, Georgia. He is best known for his 2002 single "Are We Cuttin'" (featuring Ms. Jade), which entered the ''Billboard'' Hot 100. The year prior, he signed wi ...

, G Rock, and

Timbaland Timothy Zachery Mosley (born March 10, 1972), known professionally as Timbaland, is an American record producer and rapper. Born and raised in Norfolk, Virginia, he is widely acclaimed for his distinctive production work and "stuttering" rhythm ...

; however, they split up without any releases.Hope, Clover (June 2007). "I'm Fresh". ''XXL'' magazine, p. 70. Jones began producing instrumentals in 2001. His first beat tape made its way to

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founder,

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, and its contents were ultimately used for the singles " Runaway Love" by

Ludacris Christopher Brian Bridges (born September 11, 1977), known professionally as Ludacris (, spoken as "ludicrous" in American English), is an American rapper and songwriter. Born in Champaign, Illinois, Ludacris moved to Atlanta, Georgia, at age ...

, "

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" by the Pussycat Dolls, and "This Is the Life" by Tru-Life.Shepherd, Julianne (March/April 2008).
Polow Da Don: Back for the First Time
". ''Scratch'' magazine. Accessed June 4, 2008. Since then, Jones has produced numerous hit singles for various artists, including " Love in This Club" for Usher (2008), " Glamorous", "

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" and " M.I.L.F. $" for Fergie (2006, 2016), " Anaconda" for

Nicki Minaj Onika Tanya Maraj-Petty (born December 8, 1982), known professionally as Nicki Minaj ( ), is a Trinidadian rapper, singer, and songwriter. Regarded as the "Queen of Rap" and one of the most influential rappers of all time, she is noted for her ...

(2014), "

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Chris Brown Christopher Maurice Brown (born May 5, 1989) is an American singer, songwriter, dancer, and actor. A Pop music, pop and hip-hop-influenced contemporary R&B, R&B musician who works in a variety of genres, he has been called the "Honorific nic ...

(2008), " Baby by Me" for

50 Cent Curtis James Jackson III (born July 6, 1975), known professionally as 50 Cent, is an American rapper, actor, and television producer. Born in Queens, a borough of New York City, Jackson began pursuing a musical career in 1996. In 1999–2000, ...

(2009), " Throw Some D's" for Rich Boy (2007), " Promise" for

Ciara Ciara Princess Wilson ( ; Harris; born October 25, 1985) is an American singer, songwriter, dancer and actress. She was discovered by record producer Jazze Pha in the early 2000s, and rose to prominence with her debut studio album, ''Goodies ...

(2006), and "

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(2011), among others. The former three songs peaked atop the ''Billboard'' Hot 100, while others each found success on the chart. Also known as a charismatic

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, Jones'

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can be heard on many of his productions. Jones is also the founder of the record label Zone 4, which was briefly an imprint of Iovine's Interscope Records label and named after a section in his Atlanta hometown. Established in 2007, the roster included recording artists such as

Keri Hilson Keri Lynn Hilson (born December 5, 1982) is an American singer and songwriter. Born and raised in Decatur, Georgia, she began her musical career as a songwriter and backing vocalist for other artists under the wing of record producer Anthony De ...

, Lloyd,

Kane Brown Kane Allen Brown (born October 21, 1993) is an American country music singer and songwriter. First garnering a mass following on social media, he released his debut extended play (EP) ''Closer (Kane Brown EP), Closer'' in June 2015, and followe ...

Ayo & Teo Ayleo Bowles and Mateo Bowles, better known as Ayo & Teo, are an American rap and dance brother duo from Ann Arbor, Michigan, that started in 2011. They are best known for their 2017 viral hit single "Rolex", which peaked at number 20 on the US ...

, Roscoe Dash, Veronica Vega, Rich Boy, and Ester Dean among others. Outside of music, Jones has ventured into local radio broadcasting, and founded his own line of alcoholic beverages in 2022.

Discography

Selected production credits

* 2004: " Fallen (Zone 4 remix)" (

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feat. Chingy) * 2005: " Pimpin' All Over the World" (

feat. Bobby Valentino) * 2005: " Party Starter" (

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) * 2006: " Promise" (

) (#11 US) * 2006: "

" ( Fergie) (#1 US) * 2006: " DJ Play a Love Song" (

Jamie Foxx Eric Marlon Bishop (born December 13, 1967), known professionally as Jamie Foxx, is an American actor, comedian, and singer. Known for his work in both the screen and music industries, his accolades include an Academy Award, a Grammy Award ...

feat.

Twista Carl Terrell Mitchell (born November 27, 1973), better known by his stage name Twista (also known as Tung Twista), is an American rapper. He is best known for his Chopper (rap), chopper style of rapping and for once holding the title of fastest ...

) * 2006: " Blindfold Me" (

Kelis Kelis Rogers (; born August 21, 1979) is an American singer-songwriter and chef. She attended Manhattan, New York's Fiorello H. LaGuardia High School of Music & Art and Performing Arts, where she played saxophone and was selected for the Girls Ch ...

feat.

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) * 2006: " Runaway Love" (

feat.

Mary J. Blige Mary Jane Blige ( ; born January 11, 1971) is an American singer, songwriter, rapper, actress, and entrepreneur. Often referred to as the "Honorific nicknames in popular music, Queen of Hip-Hop Soul" and "Honorific nicknames in popular music, Qu ...

) (#2 US) * 2006: "

" ( Pussycat Dolls feat.

Snoop Dogg Calvin Cordozar Broadus Jr. ( ; born October 20, 1971), better known by his stage name Snoop Dogg (previously Snoop Doggy Dogg), is an American rapper, record producer, and actor. Rooted in West Coast hip-hop, he is widely regarded as one of t ...

) (#3 US) * 2007: " Glamorous" (Fergie feat.

) (#1 US) * 2007: " Like This" (

Kelly Rowland Kelendria Trene Rowland (born February 11, 1981) is an American singer, actress, and television personality. She rose to fame in the late 1990s as a member of Destiny's Child, one of the world's List of best-selling girl groups, best-selling gir ...

feat.

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) (#14 US) * 2007: " Crying Out for Me" (

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) * 2007: " Whatever U Like" (

Nicole Scherzinger Nicole Prascovia Elikolani Scherzinger ( ; ; born June 29, 1978) is an American singer, songwriter, dancer, actress, and television personality. She was a member of the girl group and dance ensemble the Pussycat Dolls between 2003 and 2010. With ...

feat. T.I.) * 2007: " Boy Looka Here" ( Rich Boy) * 2007: " Let's Get This Paper" (Rich Boy) * 2007: " Throw Some D's" (Rich Boy feat. Polow da Don) (#6 US) * 2007: "She's a Star" ( will.i.am) * 2007: "

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" (

Young Buck David Darnell Brown (born March 15, 1981), better known by his stage name Young Buck, is an American rapper. He signed with Birdman's Cash Money Records in 1997, formed the hip hop collective UTP with Juvenile and Soulja Slim in 2000, and j ...

) * 2007: "Lost In Love" (I-15) * 2008: "

" (

) (#2 US) * 2008: "My Heart" (

Jennifer Hudson Jennifer Kate Hudson (born September 12, 1981), also known by her nickname J.Hud, is an American singer, actress, producer, and talk show host. Having received List of awards and nominations received by Jennifer Hudson, numerous accolades for ...

) * 2008: " Get Your Money Up" (

feat.

Keyshia Cole Keyshia Myeshia Cole (née Johnson; born October 15, 1981) is an American singer, songwriter, television personality and actress. Dubbed by critics as the " Princess of Hip-Hop Soul", she is known for her soulful voice and heartfelt lyrics. Bor ...

Trina Katrina Laverne Kearse (née Taylor; born December 3, 1974), is an American rapper. She rose to prominence in the late 1990s for her collaborations with Trick Daddy on the singles " Nann Nigga", " Shut Up", and " Take It to da House". In 2000, ...

) * 2008: " Turnin Me On" (Keri Hilson feat.

) (#15 US) * 2008: "Make Me Over" (

) * 2008: "

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" (

feat.

) * 2008: "Lie" (

Nelly Cornell Iral Haynes Jr. (born November 2, 1974), better known by his stage name Nelly, is an American rapper, singer, and actor. He grew up in St. Louis, Missouri, and embarked on his musical career in 1993 as a member of the Midwest hip hop g ...

) * 2008: " One & Only" (Nelly) * 2008: " Party People" (Nelly feat. Fergie) * 2008: "Problems" (Nelly) * 2008: "Angel" ( 2PM) * 2008: " Single" (

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feat.

Ne-Yo Shaffer Chimere Smith (born October 18, 1979), known professionally as Ne-Yo ( ), is an American singer and songwriter. Regarded as a leading figure of Contemporary R&B#2000s, 2000s R&B music, he is the recipient of numerous accolades, includi ...

) * 2008: " Whatcha Think About That" ( Pussycat Dolls feat.

Missy Elliott Melissa Arnette "Missy" Elliott (born July 1, 1971), also known as Misdemeanor, is an American rapper, singer, songwriter, and record producer. She began her musical career as a member of the Contemporary R&B, R&B girl group 4 All the Sistas Arou ...

) * 2008: " Love in This Club" ( Usher feat.

Young Jeezy Jay Wayne Jenkins (born September 28, 1977), known by his stage name Jeezy (or Young Jeezy), is an American rapper. He is credited, alongside fellow Georgia-based rappers T.I. and Gucci Mane, with pioneering the hip hop subgenre trap music fo ...

) (#1 US) * 2009: " Baby by Me" (

feat.

) * 2009: " Never, Ever" (

feat. Young Jeezy) * 2009: " Outta Here" ( Esmée Denters produced with

Justin Timberlake Justin Randall Timberlake (born January 31, 1981) is an American singer, songwriter, actor, record producer, and dancer. Dubbed the "Honorific nicknames in popular music, Prince of Pop", ''Billboard (magazine), Billboard'' honored him as the b ...

) * 2009: " Drop It Low" ( Ester Dean feat. Chris Brown) * 2009: " Spotlight" (

Gucci Mane Radric Delantic Davis (born February 12, 1980), known professionally as Gucci Mane, is an American rapper. He is credited, along with fellow Atlanta-based rappers T.I. and Jeezy, with pioneering the hip hop subgenre trap music for mainstream a ...

feat. Usher) * 2009: " Back to the Crib" (

Juelz Santana LaRon Louis James Sr. (born February 18, 1982), better known by his stage name Juelz Santana, is an American rapper and member of now-defunct hip-hop group, the Diplomats (also known as Dipset). He is best known for his appearances on group coho ...

feat. Chris Brown) * 2009: " Stronger" (

) * 2009: " Patron Tequila" ( Paradiso Girls feat.

Lil Jon Jonathan H. Smith (born January 17, 1971), better known by his stage name Lil Jon, is an American rapper, DJ, and record producer. Regarded as a progenitor of the club-oriented hip-hop subgenre crunk, his production and voice presence were inst ...

& Eve) * 2009: "

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" ( Plies feat. Keri Hilson) * 2009: " Drop" (Rich Boy) * 2009: "Back 2U" (2PM) * 2009: "Yamaha Mama" (

Soulja Boy DeAndre Cortez Way (born July 28, 1990), known professionally as Soulja Boy (formerly Soulja Boy Tell 'Em), is an American rapper, songwriter, and record producer. He rose to prominence with his self-released 2007 debut single, "Crank That ...

) * 2009: "All Night Long" (2PM) * 2009: "

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" ( Robin Thicke) * 2009: " Shakin' It 4 Daddy" (Robin Thicke feat.

) * 2009: "So Cold" (Chris Brown) * 2009: "Wait" (Chris Brown feat

Trey Songz Tremaine Aldon Neverson (born November 28, 1984), known professionally as Trey Songz, is an American Contemporary R&B, R&B singer and songwriter. After being discovered by record producer Troy Taylor (record producer), Troy Taylor in 2003, Songz ...

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) * 2009: " Remember Me" (T.I. feat. Mary J. Blige) * 2010: " Lil' Freak" ( Usher feat.

) * 2010: " Not Myself Tonight" (

Christina Aguilera Christina María Aguilera ( , ; born December 18, 1980) is an American singer-songwriter, actress and television personality. Recognized as Cultural impact of Christina Aguilera, an influential figure in music and having received Public imag ...

) * 2010: " Woohoo" (

feat. Nicki Minaj) * 2010: "I Hate Boys" (

) * 2010: " Already Taken" (Trey Songz) * 2010: "Fireworks" ( R. Kelly) * 2010: " Hot Tottie" (Usher feat.

Jay-Z Shawn Corey Carter (born December 4, 1969), known professionally as Jay-Z, is an American Rapping, rapper, businessman, and record executive. Rooted in East Coast hip-hop, he was named Billboard and Vibe's 50 Greatest Rappers of All Time, the ...

) *2010: " Let's Get It In" ( Lloyd) * 2010: " Lay It Down" ( Lloyd) * 2010: " Here I Am (Remix)" ( Monica feat.

) * 2010: " The Way You Love Me" (

feat.

Rick Ross William Leonard Roberts II (born January 28, 1976), known professionally as Rick Ross, is an American rapper. An influential figure in modern Hip-hop, hip hop music, Rick Ross has become known for his "Wiktionary:booming, booming" vocal perfor ...

) * 2010: "In Love With You" ( Jared Evan) * 2010: "Heaven" (

El DeBarge Eldra "El" Patrick DeBarge (born June 4, 1961) is an American singer, songwriter and musician. He was the focal point and primary lead singer of the DeBarge family, family group DeBarge. Popular songs led by El DeBarge include "Time Will Reveal ...

) (under the pseudonym Awesome Jones) * 2010: "

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) * 2010: "Long Gone" (

feat. Plies & Chris Brown) * 2011: "Cupid" ( Lloyd) * 2011: " Your Love" (

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feat. Trey Songz) * 2011: "Electricity" ( 2PM) * 2011: "Sex Your Body" (Mohombi) * 2011: "John" (

feat.

) * 2011: "Take It Down Low" (

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feat. Chris Brown) * 2011: "Be the One" ( Lloyd feat.

) * 2011: "My Kinda Girl" ( Pitbull feat.

) * 2011: " Dedication to My Ex (Miss That)" ( Lloyd feat. André 3000 &

) * 2012: " Sweet Love" (Chris Brown) * 2012: "Without You" ( Monica) * 2012: "Cyeah Cyeah Cyeah Cyeah" (Gucci Mane feat. Chris Brown &

) * 2012: "Party Ain't Over" ( Pitbull feat. Usher &

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) * 2013: " Ready to Go" (

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feat.

) * 2013: " Somebody Else" (

feat.

) * 2013: "Wickedest Style" (

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feat. Iggy Azalea) * 2014: "Sex You" ( Bando Jonez) * 2014: "

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" (

feat. Snoop Dogg) * 2014: " Anaconda" (Nicki Minaj) (#2 US) * 2015: "That's How I'm Feelin'" (

feat. Pitbull &

) * 2015: " Stuck With Me" (

Tamia Tamia Marilyn Washington Hill (born May 9, 1975) is a Canadian singer and songwriter. Born and raised in Windsor, Ontario, Tamia performed in various singing and dancing competitions as a child. In 1994, after signing a development deal with War ...

) * 2015: " Just Right for Me" ( Monica feat.

) * 2015: "

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" ( Tamar Braxton) * 2015: " Used to Love You Sober" (

) * 2015: "Code Red" (Monica feat.

& Laiyah) * 2015: "Last Minute Late Night" (

) * 2016: "Dumb Love" (Akevius feat. Plies) * 2016: " M.I.L.F. $" (Fergie) * 2016: " Freedun" ( M.I.A. feat. Zayn) * 2016: "Wet" (Polow da Don feat. Bando Jonez & Saint LaRon) * 2016: "Pull Up" (Summerella feat. Jacquees)

Personal life

In September 2020, U.S. President

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