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Daryl Simmons

b. 1957

American musician, songwriter, record producer

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About Daryl Simmons

Born 1957. Daryl Simmons is an American songwriter, record producer and musician.

Daryl L. Simmons (born April 11, 1957) is an American R&B record producer and songwriter. Best known for his production work with L.A. Reid and Kenneth "Babyface" Edmonds, Simmons was credited on most albums by their label LaFace Records and several of Edmonds' solo albums. In 1977, he formed the R&B collective Manchild, which recorded two soul and funk albums and became known for their hit song, "Especially for You," released that same year by Chi Sound Records. Edmonds, Reggie Griffin, and Charles "Chuckie" Bush were among Manchild's revolving members.

He has written and composed songs such as "End Of The Road" (Boyz II Men), "Super Woman" (Karyn White), "Breathe Again" (Toni Braxton), "Why I Love You So Much" (Monica), "I'm Ready" (Tevin Campbell), "Baby Baby Baby" (TLC), "My My My" (Johnny Gill), "We're Not Making Love No More" (Dru Hill) and "Queen of the Night" (Whitney Houston).

Discography

Additional Vocals Bobby Brown – "On Our Own" (1989)

Studio albums Christmas With You (2022)

Singles "What Does It Take" (as Murfee De'Rock) (1985)

Awards and nominations Grammy Awards

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Who is Daryl Simmons?

American musician, songwriter, record producer

When was Daryl Simmons born?

Daryl Simmons was born on 11 April 1957 in Indianapolis.

What is Daryl Simmons's occupation?

Daryl Simmons is a songwriter, record producer and musician.

What nationality is Daryl Simmons?

Daryl Simmons is American.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: Daryl Simmons

· Wikidata: Q5226235

· DBpedia: Daryl Simmons

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