Musicians Reveal

Gina Thompson: From Rodney Jerkins to R&B Legacy – The Story Behind “The Things You Do

62 min • 1 juli 2025

In this episode of Musicians Reveal with Joe Kelley, platinum-selling R&B artist Gina Thompson shares her journey from her New Jersey roots to working with super-producer Rodney Jerkins and releasing the hit single “The Things You Do.” She reflects on her early influences, recent UK music promotion, and what it's like collaborating with legends like Missy Elliott.

Gina also opens up about navigating the highs and lows of the industry, the shift to independent artistry, and the importance of mental health, faith, and family. With new music on the horizon, she reveals her purpose in creating from the heart and staying true to herself.



🎙️ Musicians Reveal with Joe Kelley is a podcast featuring legendary and emerging funk, R&B, and Prince-associated artists. On air since 1982 and now spanning five decades, the show was personally spotlighted by Prince on his website in 2004. He also gifted us the One Nite Alone box set in 2002 — before any media outlet.

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