Theron Thomas began his music career as half of the brotherly duo R. City. After being discovered by Senegalese American pop mogul Akon in the mid-2000s, Thomas moved behind the scenes, helping other artists with his keen musical instincts. His songs bring together hip-hop swagger and pop appeal, whether they’re low-key cuts like Miley Cyrus’ “We Can’t Stop” or room-shaking bangers like Lizzo and Cardi B’s “Rumors.”