Y2 on SoundBetter

I am a LA based producer, song writer, top liner, singer , rapper that brings a fresh new sound and array of next level arrangements and melodies that add shock value to any artists arsenal. I've been a creative hands in the works of acts such as Nipsey Hussle, Queen Latifah, and many more. I can and will deliver a ground br

My services include vocal demos, top lining, and song writing for Hip Hop, Pop, R&B, Country, Punk Rock, Ballads, Jazz and Reggae. I also music produce Hip Hop, R&B, and Punk Rock but can pretty much channel any sound and style...and I mean ANY! From James Brown like vocals and melodies to the latest and greatest sounds of old and today. Pretty much just give me a brief description of what type of feel,sound,and/or style you're going for and I deliver. I'm your guy if you are a fan of hearing lyrics and melodies like Adele,Beyonce,Eminem, Kendrick Lamar, J.Cole, Siya,Rihanna, Big Sean, Migos,Young Thug,21 Savage, Majid Jordan, Drake, Jason DeRulo, John Legend, Frank Ocean, Cold Play, Beck, Gorillaz,Alt+J, M.I.A, Santagold, Imogen Heap, Frank Sinatra, Jimmy Hendrix, Gary Clark Jr...you get the point.

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4 Reviews - 1 Repeat Client

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by Raj P.
yo whats good bro is there a number i can call you at or a email address I'm coming to la next week and wanna do a record with you my man you super talented just heard the audio sample dope melodies think we could make a hit record
by Axel M.
Really fast turn around!
Best vocal melodies.
Hit him up! You wont be disappointed.
by Lex Music
Whatever you need... He can do. The man with a million talents. Toplines are best in the biz and his songwriting is crazy!
by Kairo
Awesome vocal melodies. I work with Y2 in the studio all the time and he always comes with hooks and vocal ideas. Great producer as well. Thnx Y2

Interview with Y2

Q: Tell us about a project you worked on you are especially proud of and why. What was your role?
A: Season 3 of East Los High Episode 8&10 on Hulu because my sister was casted on the show that picked up one of the songs I produced and wrotel
Q: What are you working on at the moment?
A: My 3rd solo project
Q: Is there anyone on SoundBetter you know and would recommend to your clients?
A: Mickey Shiloh , Producer Dez, Rey Reel
Q: Analog or digital and why?
A: Digital , just because it's what I'm around. Not opposed to the other though...
Q: What's your 'promise' to your clients?
A: I can and will deliver
Q: What do you like most about your job?
A: I consider it funemployment
Q: What questions do customers most commonly ask you? What's your answer?
A: Is that you on the song? My answer: Yes
Q: What's the biggest misconception about what you do?
A: Hmmm not sure about this one...
Q: What questions do you ask prospective clients?
A: How soon can you send me the track ? Lol
Q: What advice do you have for a customer looking to hire a provider like you?
A: Just be open minded and dont get caught up in the politics of creating based on radio formats or major lable formats. Being innovative is key
Q: If you were on a desert island and could take just 5 pieces of gear, what would they be?
A: Acoustic Guitar, Bass Guitar, Voice recorder, Headphones, and batteries assuming this Island has no electricity outlets
Q: What was your career path? How long have you been doing this?
A: 10yrs
Q: How would you describe your style?
A: Very rangy but I wouldn't say I had any style because I'm not boxed in to any particualr sound , genre or style
Q: Which artist would you like to work with and why?
A: I would have loved to work with Nina Simone because her arrangments and lyrics were ground breaking and stand alone
Q: Can you share one music production tip?
A: Have no fear and try something everyday you've never done before
Q: What type of music do you usually work on?
A: Hip Hop, RnB, Pop
Q: What's your strongest skill?
A: Top Lining, Song writing, Producing in no particular order
Q: What do you bring to a song?
A: Uniqueness and always to bring something new and innovative to the table
Q: What's your typical work process?
A: For top lining I just right in, spit out of some cool melodies and lyrics and comp the best parts before writing lyrics.
Q: Tell us about your studio setup.
A: I work out of a few different studios in the LA area and all have the main thing I need to deliver the job...Pro Tools , a microphone and speakers
Q: What other musicians or music production professionals inspire you?
A: Nina Simone, Queen,Jimmy Hendrix, Kurt Cobain, Ennio Morricone, Sade , and the list goes on...
Q: Describe the most common type of work you do for your clients.
A: Mainly top line and song write for Hip Hop , Pop and RnB

Top line writer (vocal melody)Contact for pricing
Songwriter - LyricContact for pricing
Vocal compingAverage price - $400 per track
Beat MakerAverage price - $500 per song
ProducerAverage price - $3000 per song
Post EditingAverage price - $1000 per track
Post MixingAverage price - $1000 per minute

Turn-around time in less than 24hrs for top lines, and usually 24-48 hrs turn-around time for full song writing (depending on work load). Includes any harmony ideas or melodies for no extra charge.