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Mannie Fresh Once Feared His Career Was Over After Leaving Cash Money — Until Jeezy’s “And Then What” Dropped
For years, Mannie Fresh was synonymous with Cash Money Records . His unmistakable production style helped define Southern hip-hop and played a massive role in the rise of artists like Juvenile, Lil Wayne, B.G., and Turk . From booming 808s to catchy, minimalist melodies, Mannie’s sound was the backbone of Cash Money’s golden era. So when he parted ways with the label, many wondered what was next — including Mannie himself. Behind the scenes, the legendary producer admitted h
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