James David Washington (born August 26, 1980[1]), known professionally as Jim BEANZ, is an American vocal producer, songwriter, singer and record producer from Harrisburg, Pennsylvania.

Beanz began his career when he was an artist in the R&B group "Tresan", during which time he received mentorship from Dru Hill.

He co-wrote the winning entry of the Eurovision Song Contest 2008, "Believe" by Dima Bilan.

Beanz also wrote and produced songs on the first season of the FOX series Empire and portrayed the rapper "Titan.

"[1] All Produced by Jim Beanz Credits on the first run of this album are wrong, Jim Beanz was the vocal producer on 90% of Danity Kane album.