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In 2004 I was visiting LA while living in Atlanta, scanning the radio dial (remember when we used to do that?) I turned to Power 106 and heard a song that I KNEW was a smash, it was raw and honest and had an edge, that song was “Don’t Cha” by Tori Alamaze.
“What I do know is when we’re caught off guard AND it’s a trigger our initial response can be regrettable.”
Tori Alamaze
Coming from radio, I knew radio nationwide would jump on this record.
A couple of months later I heard a different version that sounded less raw and more produced. It was the Pussycat Dolls version which offered little to no originality from Tori’s version. There was a different kind of marketing push behind it, one that I have seen in the industry many times before.
There is an entire Wikipedia page dedicated to the controversy surrounding the song detailing that it was co-written by Busta Rhymes and CeeLo Green, CeeLo produced the song. Wikipedia is not always 100% correct and I would bet there is more to the story from my own experiences in the industry.
Tori’s version, according to Wikipedia, and completed album were
Tori Alamaze is a singer, songwriter, author, and social entrepreneur and
Should this have been her response? What’s the benefit or loss because of it in your opinion?
What I do know is when we’re caught off guard AND it’s a trigger our initial response can be regrettable. I know I’ve been very angry in the past or even as recently as mid-2020 around my own situation in music. I was well prepared to go live on social media, names prepared and all, but my husband stopped me.
She states it is common for points and production credits to be stolen in the industry, what are your thoughts about this?
It unfortunately is common practice for fuckery/stealing publishing in the music industry, especially early in your career. You’re really lucky if someone who benefits from you helps to educate or position you properly, but that rarely happens. Life is the greatest teacher.
Do you think this will have an effect on Pharrell’s credibility?
Pharrell is so talented in what he does I really don’t think this will negatively affect his career. At this point, it’s how one chooses to be morally.
Some say Beyonce removed the credit and the sample because of Kelis, others say it was Pharrell, and some say it was both. What are your thoughts?
I try not to jump into the minds of ppl who haven’t asked me my opinion, lol. From the outside looking in and understanding the legalities Beys move was spot on. Berating her, challenging her moral standards and calling her out of her name was all
With your experience in the industry, what would you tell your younger self today?
My younger self would’ve asked for publishing, even if I didn’t actually write it. Why? Because my song style, tone & cadence, in addition to the lyrics, sells the song.
Work with people that want to work with u. Most importantly, besides talent, be professional & be kind. That’s what people will remember – and how they felt around you.
I used to work with Destiny’s Child (when I worked as a makeup artist) and would bump into Beyonce & Kelly at airports or tours and [email protected]
Hear new Tori Alamaze music Magick, Blessings & Bullsht Vol. 2 – EPhere.
Kevin Ross is the CEO of The Industry Dot Biz. He is a music and radio industry vet who has been a programmer and a radio host in several markets like Atlanta, Denver, Los Angeles, and more. He started The Industry Dot Biz in 1995 as a voice for Black industry executives to have a voice in the industry. Ross is a musician, writer, voice talent, and author. The Industry Dot Biz is currently the largest urban industry trade and site.
