Ernest Brown (born November 10, 1989),[1][2] known professionally as Charlie Heat, is an American record producer.

[3] During and after his departure from the label in 2018, he has been credited on releases for artists including Denzel Curry, Lil Uzi Vert, Tommy Genesis, Madonna, Midwxst, Ty Dolla Sign, Young Buck, J. Cole, Gucci Mane and Travis Scott, among others.

[6] Michael Jackson, Earth, Wind & Fire, Selena and Rick James have been cited as influences, and inspired him through their musical works.

[8] Charlie had piano instruction by his father at an early age, and this was a positive influence that has helped shape the talented producer into a great force in the recording industry.

"[13] Christopher Harris, writing in HipHopDx, calls him "...an upstart beat-maker who has already worked on tracks for Madonna, Pusha T, Kanye and Vic Mensa.