James Fauntleroy Shares The Business behind Hit Songs on FAQ Podcast Episode 41

In this FAQ podcast episode, Fuzzy and Quincy talk to Grammy award-winning songwriter James Fauntleroy. They discuss the intricate business of songwriting and his relationships with megastars like Rihanna, Bruno Mars, and Stevie Wonder.
Episode 41 - James Fauntleroy - The Business behind Hit Songs
0:00 Intro
25:48 Working with Bruno Mars
36:58 New Rihanna
1:01:03 James Fauntleroy's Top 5 Songwriters
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[@jlbssbymusic2136]

Currently a student at 1500 Sound Academy and it has changed my life and opened my mind to what is possible 🙏🏾

[@sebastianfmusic]

I’m going in August man…how is it?! And How did you implement what you learned for your current situation?

[@user-pd9fe1vx3i]

@@sebastianfmusic can you updated us about your experience? Tuition? What to expect? 👀

[@johnnyrayborn]

A lot of people in this industry need to see this interview.

[@loefranks8205]

Facts man younger people too Uma 95 baby and it's noted

[@arturospeaks]

A lot of people in the world...

[@frizzyrascal1493]

Fauntleroy and Ryan Leslie are two of the most underrated RnB Artists.

[@beedotadot3576]

Faunt and frank ocean

[@frizzyrascal1493]

@@beedotadot3576 In what world is Frank Ocean underrated? He's considered the best RnB Artist for the last 10 years. People are calling him a modern Marvin Gaye.

[@beedotadot3576]

@@frizzyrascal1493 he just is! he doesn’t get enough views and credit IMO

[@Blessed2bhere34]

Facts

[@vplain1575]

Ohh! Missing Ryan!!!

[@SharmonJarmon]

grateful he’s talking more about the journey

[@DRMZBeatz]

This man is one of the most talented people in the industry period

[@vahyalakwaga5428]

Thank you for this interview. James Fauntleroy is easily one of the most underrated Songwriters but EASILY one of the most UNIQUE voices. In some way, I think he deliberately remains under the radar because of his personality. The man is immensely talented.

[@prodbytytaan]

One of the most underrated artists

[@MrSmokeyLane]

Yea, the "split" game ain't no joke!!! You begin to see the real side of certain types of ppl...

[@Trendsetter5420]

James retweeted me on Twitter one time and I swear nobody could tell me shit for a month 😂

[@Blessed2bhere34]

This guy is one of the greatest ever!!! Such a mystery but is the man behind so many great artist.

[@deanoor9391]

James is a legend for a reason. He has an astounding voice and his pen is incredible

[@benjaminklein4721]

This sent me down a James Fauntleroy rabbit hole and I’m so thankful.

[@TheTriangleOffense47]

James Fauntleroy is so immensely talented and unique. I appreciate all of the music he’s given us. As time goes on I feel he will reach that Rick Rubin Sage like status if he hasn’t reached it already. He a cool dude too man

[@Trendsetter5420]

Ugh I been in love w James since a freshman in 2010 ughhh I love his voice he’s the reason I’m taking my song writing seriously now ughhhh he’s just so everything I love you James I’m not a groupie but I would marry you lmao it’s his aesthetic his thinking like bro he’s just yes

[@faithfirst9775]

It's Cold But That's Love Baby🎼

[@jasonallen3678]

Geez we understand ,you like James, no need to tell us so many times unless he paid you 🤷‍♂️

[@SJ-hm4np]

OMG yessss Te amo by rihanna is a pure masterpiece ,that was a big release single in France with a so gorgeous rihanna in the video clip

[@Trendsetter5420]

Rated r changed my life as a freshman. I was going through a lot as a kid abuse suicide attempts bullying and rated r on life kept me THATS HOW I FOUND JAMES FROM TE AMO AND COLD CASE LOVE

[@Dovelunalove]

The James Rihanna combo is unmatched! I so hope they collab for R9 !!

[@SJ-hm4np]

he is an amazing singer

[@tylerjones4660]

Thank y'all for booking this dude!

[@chron3756]

This is just as good as new music from him tbh, thank y'all for having him on

[@irvdaphenom]

Amazing episode. Thanks for having so many guests that I can’t find a bunch of interviews of. Respect! WELL!!!🍷

[@vinceo2b]

I had no idea how deep and special a genius James Fauntleroy is. The crazy thing is when he said 'I'm one if the best rappers alive' I believe him and I've never heard him spit a bar !!

[@shannonhunt3892]

I believe he's a dope rapper, cuz when he said "I'm so high, I see the truth" was other level, because a drug high or spiritual high can get you seeing some real stuff, then he finished with "it looks just like you" ...yeah he's def one of my favorite rappers with no proof, a master at his craft!

[@talkativenatasha]

Best interview ever.

[@NorthWestLacrosse]

lmaooooo yOU dead wrong for that Dream impersonation "EH EH EH EH" 😭

[@Boogiesince]

Love the pod. James is a young legend

[@chainzwrld4250]

THE GOAT 🐐🐐🐐🐐🐐🐐🐐🐐

[@chaqui_xcx]

This dude my songwriting inspiration and I didn’t even know it lol

[@jadillac1181]

Couldn't wait to watch this!

[@cleobol]

loved watching this!!

[@TheTonyAndreas]

Yo! This was amazing! Dope learning how James started writing and his inspirations/aspirations. Kudos fellas! I can't wait to work with James!

[@KyngKy502]

Thank you for making this interview happen!

[@dreadee5757]

I love JF's songs. I wonder why his albums are not on tidal 😭

[@dreadee5757]

Nvm. I found it! 💜

[@stoneycarter6429]

LEGENDARY

[@tactricks]

Fire interview 🤘

[@cryptocomix]

legendary

[@benjaminklein4721]

James is a 🐐

[@Inkay2x]

Great episode

[@hakeemanderson8920]

The 🐐

[@favorfilms]

Dope

[@kevinjeremiahmusic]

The "Black Rick Rubin"... LOL

[@razmatazzsi2293]

❤️❤️❤️

[@conspicuousART]

The Gengar Piece is dope

[@vocalygiftd]

Sensei 🧘🏾‍♂️🙏🏾 IYKYK.

[@Yojikudou03]

She’s the real culture vulture and she’s not welcome in Japan.

[@summerjohnson5107]

I KNEW HE DID GET IT OVER WITH. BECAUSE I COULD HERE HIMMMMMM

[@Trendsetter5420]

Yes Rihanna is my queen !

[@elonnelson5024]

🔥🔥🔥❤️‍🔥🎼🎵🎶

[@loefranks8205]

Y'all look at his Twitter he's been like freestyle rapping through tweets for years lol that's the only rap u kan see from him #imagery

[@Trendsetter5420]

The ONLY person I follow on Twitter

[@imaking90]

Chain Glow. To me he Killed Nas on that one and Check out Queen To Be

[@dreadee5757]

Breeze off the pond, waves, higher (?), I think that's the name of the last song are all good on JT's last project.

[@mostlyslick2]

s/o to y'all

[@a_money_krazy]

Come over - Nipsey Twisted - New kids

[@nenej12]

He never talks about the work he did with Brandy on the human project! And I’m waiting for him to do so lol spill the tea James because I love the work on human…I DONT LIKE THE WORK BRUNO MARS TEAM GAVE THO FOR BRANDY BUT I LOVED HIS CONTRIBUTION TOWARDS HUMAN!

[@GabrielBlackmon]

"Wolf Howl" he raps

[@Kevin8soberS]

From hollow tips to holograms 💯

[@ayoubelfarissi5838]

People please help i am searching for the song backseat girl and its nowhere to find? Does someone no where i can find it

[@muscularclouds]

I beleive hes talking about Beyonce 😂, i see you James

[@user-pd9fe1vx3i]

about the publishing stuff?????

[@muscularclouds]

@@user-pd9fe1vx3i yeah, i seen a tweet he made, so im just connecting dots

[@2melo194]

What did Beyonce do?

[@pluralcommas]

He was saying “he” and he wouldn’t talk to “him” again. Might be Chris, I don’t see ‘em on any recent Chris SINCE Bruno mars

[@Trendsetter5420]

Damn I wanna go to the school James but am I too old? I’m 25 lmao

[@jlbssbymusic2136]

Nah you not I’m 25 and currently there !!

[@AmberTillman-yo7uj]

🩵

[@Trendsetter5420]

I’m not gonna say I hated Bruno mars but he annoyed tf out of me but hearing James likes him and he’s so fair alright I’ll let him slide lmao

[@Trendsetter5420]

Kids?! Noooooo lmao wait for me please dammit

[@fieryskipper2452]

yikes...jt, no. talking about riding the rnb back. noooooooooo.