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Perspective: ‘A broken heart can turn somebody into a bad Casanova’: breakout R&B star Leon Thomas on defiance, D’Angelo and his ‘doggie’ persona

Executive context: Winning two Grammys last month cemented the New Yorker’s transition from producer for the likes of Drake to guitar-soloing superstar.

Editorial Staff · 2026-03-27 · 1 MIN READ

Leon Thomas discusses his journey in the music industry.

He reflects on the impact of heartbreak on creativity.

Thomas shares insights on collaborating with music legends.