Rodney Jerkins sold his royalty rights to HarbourView Equity Partners just weeks before his Songwriters Hall of Fame induction in June 2025.
Rodney Jerkins has sold the royalty rights to his chart-topping catalog in a move that cements his legacy just weeks before his Songwriters Hall of Fame induction.
The Grammy-winning producer, known professionally as Darkchild finalized the deal with HarbourView, which now owns royalty income from some of the most recognizable tracks in modern R&B and pop.
The acquisition includes hits such as “The Boy Is Mine” by Brandy and Monica, “Say My Name,” and many others.
The deal was confirmed to The Hollywood Reporter on Thursday (May 29).
Jerkins, who has worked with a wide range of artists, including Justin Bieber and Sam Smith, said he was looking for a buyer who respects the creative process and values transparency.
“HarbourView truly understands the value of music and the people who create it,” Rodney Jerkins told The Hollywood Reporter. “Music creators deserve respect and clarity when it comes to selling their life’s work and working with both HarbourView and Chapter Two has made that process feel seamless.”
HarbourView, led by Sherrese Clarke Soares, has spent the past two years quietly building a portfolio of culturally significant music.
The firm has previously acquired portions of catalogs from artists such as T-Pain, Wiz Khalifa, Kane Brown, Full Force and Jeremih, among others.
The purchase reflects a broader trend in the music industry, where legacy artists and producers are increasingly monetizing their catalogs in exchange for upfront capital and long-term preservation.
According to Bloomberg, music rights deals have surged in recent years as investors seek stable, long-term revenue streams.
The timing of the sale comes just ahead of Jerkins’ induction into the Songwriters Hall of Fame, scheduled for June 12, 2025.
The honor recognizes his decades-long influence on the music industry and his contributions to some of the most enduring songs of the past 30 years.
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