Teddy Riley on creating a classic R&B record

Producer Teddy Riley explained his process for creating a hit R&B song, noting that the inclusion of bass was initially problematic. He described the challenge of incorporating bass into the track, stating that his attempts were unsuccessful. Riley ultimately decided against using bass, opting instead for a different approach to achieve the desired sound.

Riley detailed his creative decision-making, comparing his process to preparing a meal. He used the analogy of