Montell Jordan established himself as an R&B singer, songwriter and producer through his unique musical style which combines smooth vocals with hip-hop elements and party anthems of his era. Through his musical and physical stature, Jordan contributed to the R&B sound of the 1990s by creating songs that continue to play at throwback parties across the world.

His debut single “This Is How We Do It” launched his career in 1995 by reaching Billboard Hot 100’s number one song and becoming a timeless anthem for generations. The song made Jordan a major star while launching Def Jam's R&B division which led to his status as a key figure in the label's expansion past hip-hop.