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One Song

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Hip Hop
R&B
Sampling
Music Production
Beyoncé
Disco
Pop Music
Atlanta
All I Want For Christmas Is You
Grammys
MTV
Jimi Hendrix
Michael Jackson
Mariah Carey
A Tribe Called Quest
Depeche Mode
Quincy Jones
Electronic Music
Dr. Dre
Outkast

On each episode of ONE SONG, friends Diallo Riddle (Emmy-nominated star and creator of HBO Max’s 'South Side' and IFC’s 'Sherman’s Showcase') and Blake "LUXXURY" Robin (Music Producer & TikTok creator) will hilariously break down ONE SONG from the pop music canon that you know - or need to know - but have never heard quite like this.

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How do five brothers from Gary, Indiana arrive at Motown and change pop music almost overnight? This week, Diallo & LUXXURY dive into the Jackson 5’s explosive debut, “I Want You Back,” and break down the impossible chemistry behind the record that i... more

From the One Song archives, we’re going metal with one of the biggest riff monsters ever recorded: Metallica’s “Master of Puppets.” Diallo and LUXXURY break down a song bursting with musicianship, angst, and intricate instrumentation. Come for the st... more

This week we dig into the archives to revisit a One Song favorite. Diallo and LUXXURY break down The Pharcyde’s “Runnin’,” the track from the legendary hip-hop group that brought new flavor to the West Coast sound in the ‘90s. They dive into the gro... more

This week on One Song, we're re-sharing another favorite from our archives, “Into the Groove”. Hosts Diallo Riddle and LUXXURY are joined by Madonna superfan — and star of hit show, Scandal — Guillermo Díaz to discuss the iconic dancefloor-filler. Co... more

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Don Was
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Episode: The B-52's "Love Shack" with Don Was
Durand Bernarr
Grammy-winning singer, songwriter and producer
Episode: Mariah Carey’s “Fantasy” (Bad Boy Remix ft. ODB) with Durand Bernarr
Gerald Casale
Groundbreaking musician, Devo co-founder
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Episode: Devo's "Whip It" with Gerald Casale and Mark Mothersbaugh
Mark Mothersbaugh
Groundbreaking musician, Devo co-founder
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Episode: Devo's "Whip It" with Gerald Casale and Mark Mothersbaugh
Fab 5 Freddy
Pioneer in graffiti, co-producer and soundtrack co-creator of Wild Style, and first host of Yo MTV Raps
Hip hop culture, Wild Style
Episode: Interview with Fab 5 Freddy
Wyclef Jean
Grammy Award winning artist, producer, composer, and icon
Episode: Fugees' "Ready or Not" w/ Wyclef Jean
Shawn Stockman
Renowned singer, songwriter, and member of Boyz II Men
Boyz II Men
Episode: Boyz II Men's "Motownphilly" w/ Shawn Stockman: Part One
Sam Sanders
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Laci Mosley
Actor, comedian, and host of the podcast 'Scam Goddess.'
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Episode: Doja Cat "Paint the Town Red" with Laci Mosley

Hosts

Diallo Riddle
Actor/writer/director, with a background in music radio/production and pop culture commentary.
LUXXURY
Music producer, DJ, and musicologist with a deep production and technical background.

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 3.5k ratings
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    Crushed ice🧊(Kaan.etm QDH) 🧋
    Germany13 days ago
  • Awesome 👏🏻 Awesome 👏🏻

    I have been listening to this nonstop

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Horseback rider 13
    United States14 days ago
  • Motownphilly

    So much history, Shawn Stockman insight; chutzpah given after the dramatic pause, all of it.

    Had me downloading a lot, after references of various artists.

    Figured The Temptations were Shawn, Nate, Michael and Wanya's inspirations; was awesome for him to verify it.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Heybuddywazzup
    United States16 days ago
  • My Dream Podcast

    Incredible. Feels like this was made for me. Every episode feels like opening an hidden door. Patiently waiting for a look into a Nine Inch Nails song, ideally something from Downward Spiral or Fragile. Lots to unpack on most of those tracks!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    benoooooo
    United States24 days ago
  • Please stop doing this one thing

    This podcast could be really good. I just wish these two would stop talking over each other and the stems that they are highlighting. “Let’s listen to the stems” one second later one of them is talking over the stems or even worse singing over the stems, please God stop doing this.

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    Nickywest79_
    United Kingdoma month ago

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The hosts have chemistry and depth, making even unfamiliar songs engaging.
Shows are described as entertaining, informative, and a dopamine hit for music nerds.
Listeners praise deep research and accessible analysis, with a love of stems breakdowns.
Some reviews note strong opinions and moments of playful banter that may not appeal to all listeners.

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Mariah Carey’s “Fantasy” (Bad Boy Remix ft. ODB) with Durand Bernarr
Q: Durand, what did this remix mean to hip hop and how did it change the landscape for pop crossovers?
The remix showed that hip hop could merge with mainstream pop without diluting either side, signaling a decade-plus shift where pop and R&B often wore hip hop-informed production and vocal styles as a standard. It demonstrated that a pop superstar collaborating with a hip hop icon could redefine chart dynamics and studio storytelling.
Interview with Fab 5 Freddy
Q: What is the origin of hip hop as a named movement?
Hip hop emerged as a broader umbrella during the era when DJs, MCs, and dancers were evolving together, and Freddy helped push the term into prominence through discussions, interviews, and film collaborations that tied the culture to a recognizable label.
Fugees' "Ready or Not" w/ Wyclef Jean
Q: How did you come across the song by Enya that you sampled?
I watched a movie and tapped into the sound. Then I went to the record store and bought her vinyl.
Fugees' "Ready or Not" w/ Wyclef Jean
Q: What's the legacy of Ready or Not, and the album at large?
Just timeless music. If you take your time and you make timeless music, it will find its way.
Fugees' "Ready or Not" w/ Wyclef Jean
Q: Were you consciously thinking about pushing boundaries or were you just instinctually making the music that you wanted to hear?
We were just doing it. I was influenced just by underground music and fell in love with producing hip hop.

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Frequently Asked Questions About One Song

What is One Song about and what kind of topics does it cover?

Two hosts dissect iconic pop songs through expert-level musical analysis, production breakdowns, and rich cultural context. Each episode focuses on a single track, tracing samples, interpolations, recording anecdotes, and the broader era's influence, often weaving in guest perspectives from artists and industry insiders. The conversation blends technical listening with storytelling, offering listeners a mix of nerdy musicology, behind-the-scenes production detail, and personal memories that illuminate how a song came to define its moment and persist in culture. A standout aspect is the chemistry between the hosts—one's encyclopedic music knowledge paired with the other's production-savvy lens—creating accessible, entertaining, and deeply in... more

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1. Don Was
2. Durand Bernarr
3. Gerald Casale
4. Mark Mothersbaugh
5. Fab 5 Freddy
6. Wyclef Jean
7. Shawn Stockman
8. Sam Sanders

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