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HR 32: Dupri, Jermaine; commend

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House Resolution 32EX

By: Representatives Adeyina of the 110th, Dawson of the 65th, Flournoy of the 74th, Schofield of the 63rd, Beckles of the 96th, and others

A RESOLUTION

Recognizing and commending Jermaine Dupri; and for other purposes.

WHEREAS, Jermaine Dupri is an internationally acclaimed GRAMMY® Award-winning songwriter, producer, rapper, entrepreneur, philanthropist, and cultural icon whose influence on the music industry spans more than three decades; and

WHEREAS, with over half a billion records sold worldwide, Jermaine Dupri has distinguished himself as one of the most successful and influential producers in modern music history, shaping the sound and direction of R&B, hip-hop, and pop music through his visionary creativity and business leadership; and

WHEREAS, as the Founder and Chief Executive Officer of So So Def Recordings, established in 1993 in Atlanta, Georgia, he built one of the most impactful independent record labels in music history, elevating Southern hip-hop and Atlanta's music scene onto the global stage; and

WHEREAS, Jermaine Dupri has produced and written numerous chart-topping and culture-defining songs, including "We Belong Together" by Mariah Carey, recognized by Billboard as the "Song of the Decade" and one of the greatest songs of all time, as well as H. R. 32EX

iconic hits such as "Nice & Slow" by Usher, "Just Kickin' It" by Xscape, and "Money Ain't a Thang" featuring JAY-Z; and

WHEREAS, his remarkable achievements include becoming one of the few producers in music history to simultaneously hold four positions in Billboard's Hot 100 Top 10 chart rankings, further cementing his legacy as a transformative force in entertainment; and

WHEREAS, in 2025, Jermaine Dupri was honored as Billboard's #1 Top R&B/Hip-Hop Producer of the 21st Century and ranked #9 among Billboard's Top Music Producers of the 21st Century across all genres, underscoring his enduring excellence and impact on global music culture; and

WHEREAS, his work through So So Def launched and elevated the careers of numerous artists and produced classic albums including Funkdafied by Da Brat, the first solo female rap album to go platinum, Beware of Dog by Bow Wow, J.E. Heartbreak by Jagged Edge, and Comin' from Where I'm From by Anthony Hamilton; and

WHEREAS, Jermaine Dupri became only the second rapper ever inducted into the Songwriters Hall of Fame, following JAY-Z, in recognition of his groundbreaking achievements and songwriting excellence; and

WHEREAS, the GRAMMY Museum honored his extraordinary legacy and cultural contributions with the dedicated exhibit Jermaine Dupri & So So Def: 25 Years of Elevating Culture; and

WHEREAS, beyond music, Jermaine Dupri has expanded his artistic and entrepreneurial influence through acting, philanthropy, mentorship, and community engagement, inspiring H. R. 32EX

generations of artists, creators, and entrepreneurs throughout Georgia, the nation, and the world.

NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES that the members of this body recognize and commend Jermaine Dupri as a pioneering cultural ambassador whose creativity, innovation, and commitment to excellence have elevated Atlanta as a global center of music, entertainment, and Black culture. BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the Clerk of the House of Representatives is authorized and directed to make an appropriate copy of this resolution available for distribution to Jermaine Dupri.

H. R. 32EX