One Song
On each episode of ONE SONG, friends Diallo Riddle (Emmy-nominated star and creator of HBO Max’s 'South Side' and IFC’s 'Sherman’s Showcase') and Blake "LUXXURY" Robin (Music Producer & TikTok creator) will hilariously break down ONE SONG from the pop music canon that you know - or need to know - but have never heard quite like this.
Episodes
January 1, 2026 • 57 mins
One Song is sharing an episode of the new podcast Fela Kuti: Fear No Man. When the world is on fire, what can music actually do? Host Jad Abumrad recounts the true tale of one of the great political awakenings in music. Fela Kuti was a classically trained Nigerian musician who traveled to America, only to return to Nigeria and transform his sound into a battering ram against the state. Doing so, he created a new musical language of...
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December 25, 2025 • 87 mins
What makes a holiday song so timeless that it can top the charts decades after it’s released? On this episode, Diallo, LUXXURY, and One Song Executive Producer Lesley Gwam break down Mariah Carey’s 1994 hit “All I Want For Christmas Is You.” They dig into how Mariah co-wrote the track with longtime collaborator Walter Afanasieff, and the sonic choices that turned it into an unforgettable Christmas classic. Get your ears ready for M...
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December 18, 2025 • 69 mins
Is “Motownphilly” one of the most doo-wop-influenced R&B tracks of all time? In part two of their Boyz II Men deep dive, Diallo and LUXXURY explore the group’s iconic vocals for “Motownphilly”, the slow-jam legacy of Boyz II Men and the current climate of R&B music.
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Songs Discussed:
“Motownphilly” - Boyz II Men
“Can’t Get Enough Of Your Love, Bab” - Barry White
“Teddy’s Jam” - Guy
“Can You Stand T...
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December 11, 2025 • 70 mins
What made the music of 90s R&B groups so infectious? This week on One Song, Diallo and LUXXURY welcome 4x Grammy Award-winner Shawn Stockman as they kick off a two-part breakdown of Boyz II Men’s legacy with their debut single “Motownphilly”. They discuss Shawn’s musical influences, Boyz II Men’s early career development, and the New Jack Swing that elevated them to the next level.
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Songs Discussed:
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December 4, 2025 • 59 mins
Is “Dreams” what it sounds like when personal chaos becomes collective brilliance? In this live episode from On Air Fest with KCRW, Diallo and Luxxury explore this Fleetwood Mac classic with journalist and podcast host Sam Sanders. Together, they dive into the Rumours-era drama and unravel why the magic of “Dreams” feels both intensely personal and universally resonant.
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Songs Discussed:
“Dreams” - F...
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November 27, 2025 • 77 mins
How did Deee-Lite turn a wild mix of samples into a timeless dance-floor
anthem? Diallo Riddle and LUXXURY reshare a One Song favorite,
unpacking the eclectic patchwork that makes “Groove Is in the Heart” so
irresistible. Come for the groove, stay for the Bootsy Collins outtakes.
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November 20, 2025 • 71 mins
How did D’Angelo’s ‘Devil’s Pie’ foreshadow the sound of his seminal
album Voodoo? This week on One Song, Diallo and LUXXURY discuss
D’Angelo’s upbringing and influences, the unmistakable Dilla influence
of the rhythm section, and pay respects to the groundbreaking R&B
pioneer.
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SONGS DISCUSSED:
“Devil’s Pie” - D’Ang...
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November 13, 2025 • 63 mins
How did “Lust for Life” become Iggy Pop’s ultimate reinvention? Diallo and LUXXURY dive into his Berlin partnership with David Bowie, unpack the unstoppable Motown-inspired drumbeat, and reveal the meaning behind one of Iggy’s most provocative lines.
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Songs discussed:
“Lust for Life” - Iggy Pop
“Search and Destroy” - The Stooges
“Stay” - David Bowie
“Nightclubbing” - Iggy Pop
“Rock and Roll (Pt....
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November 6, 2025 • 62 mins
Is Enter the Wu-Tang (36 Chambers) the most defining debut in hip-hop history? In this special One Song episode, Diallo and LUXXURY go beyond a single track to unpack how the Wu-Tang Clan built a gritty, cinematic world that unleashed rap’s most iconic supergroup.
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Songs Discussed:
“Protect Ya Neck” - Wu-Tang Clan
“Funky Drummer (Parts 1 &2)” - James Brown
“Devika (Goddess)” - Lonnie Liston Smith
“F...
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October 30, 2025 • 62 mins
What makes “Remedy” by The Black Crowes retro done right? Diallo and LUXXURY delve into the 1992 anomaly that fuses Southern soul, classic rock bravado, and punk attitude into a seamless, organic groove.
Songs Discussed:
“Remedy” - The Black Crowes
“Hard to Handle” - The Black Crowes
“Hard to Handle” - Otis Redding
“Sometimes Salvation” - The Black Crowes
“Mother of Earth” - The Gun Club
“Boom-A-Dip-Dip” - Stan Robinson
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October 23, 2025 • 63 mins
Is Janelle Monáe’s “Make Me Feel” an homage to Prince’s “Kiss”? Diallo and LUXXURY break down the connections, Prince’s influence, and how Monáe created a musical world that is uniquely her own.
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October 16, 2025 • 63 mins
What makes ‘Wonderwall’ the definitive Brit pop anthem of the 90s? This week on One Song, Diallo and LUXXURY unpack the lore of the Gallagher brothers, the inspiration behind the stadium sized hit, and recall Noel’s attempt to record Wonderwall on an actual wall.
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Songs Discussed:
“Oasis” - Wonderwall
“2:1” - Elastica
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October 9, 2025 • 59 mins
Is “Sugar, We’re Goin Down” emo’s ultimate anthem? Diallo and LUXXURY dive into Fall Out Boy’s breakout hit, charting the band’s journey from Chicago hardcore kids to Hot Topic legends, all while untangling the genre enigma of “emo.”
One Song Spotify Playlist: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/40SIOpVROmrxTjOtH7Q1yw?si=a60088a41382402f
Songs Discussed:
“Sugar, We’re Going Down” - Fall Out Boy
“Self Esteem” - The Offspring
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October 2, 2025 • 56 mins
How did a jazz innovator help bring hip-hop into the mainstream with one groundbreaking instrumental? Diallo and LUXXURY explore Herbie Hancock’s 1983 hit “Rockit,” the electro avant-garde experiment that elevated scratching as an art form and ushered jazz into the future.
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Songs Discussed:
“Rockit” - Herbie Hancock
“I’m Not In Love” - 10cc
“Billie Jean” - Michael Jackson
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September 25, 2025 • 71 mins
This week on One Song, Blake and LUXXURY are resharing their ‘‘Paint The Town Red’ episode in celebration of the release of Doja Cat’s new album Vie. In this episode, they discuss her rise from viral star to super star and unpack the #1 Billboard Hot 100 hit alongside the 'Scam Goddess' herself, actress and comedian Laci Mosley.
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September 18, 2025 • 68 mins
Why does “You Make Me Feel (Mighty Real)” still light up dance floors decades later, and what makes Sylvester’s soaring falsetto pure legend?Diallo and LUXXURY get into the heart of this enduring disco anthem with renowned vocal coach Stevie Mackey, unpacking the vocal magic behind Sylvester’s unforgettable performance.
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September 11, 2025 • 68 mins
One Song celebrates 100 episodes with Brian Alexander Morgan, an era-defining producer of early 90s R&B. Brian breaks down how he created his own lane in the genre, fusing gospel, funk, and hip-hop on SWV’s 1993 breakout platinum single “I’m So Into You.” Plus, Brian gets his mind blown when we reveal how Maurice White of Earth, Wind & Fire shows up on the track.
Songs Discussed
“I’m So Into You” - SWV
“Weak” - SWV
“Wednesd...
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September 4, 2025 • 63 mins
All aboard! Diallo and LUXXURY pay tribute to Ozzy Osbourne with “Crazy Train” — the ultimate comeback anthem. They trace Ozzy’s rise from disgraced frontman to solo rockstar and go off the rails with a close listen of Randy Rhoads’ unforgettable guitar solo.
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August 28, 2025 • 61 mins
Is Junior M.A.F.I.A.’s “Get Money” the definitive battle-of-the-sexes anthem? Diallo and LUXXURY dig into the fiery dynamic between Lil’ Kim and The Notorious B.I.G., on this classic hip-hop track where fact and fantasy collide. They spotlight the iconic Sylvia Striplin sample, EZ Elpee’s breakout placement, and the verses that cemented Kim’s legendary status.
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August 21, 2025 • 63 mins
Does ‘good 4 u’ build a bridge over the generational rock / pop divide? Diallo and LUXXURY dive into the teenage scream of Olivia Rodrigo’s ‘good 4 u’. They discuss her deep rock influences, Paramore interpolation woes, and the eternal angst of the break up record.
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