Ryan Leslie - How It Was Supposed To Be May 2026

The track solidified Leslie as a "producer's producer." While he eventually pivoted to the tech world with SuperPhone , this era remains the gold standard for independent-minded R&B artists.

Being your own engineer saves time and preserves your vision. Ryan Leslie - How It Was Supposed To Be

It captures that universal "what if" feeling after a breakup. Behind the Scenes The track solidified Leslie as a "producer's producer