His musical inspirations included legendary producers like Quincy Jones, Dr. Dre, Pete Rock and J Dilla.
Between 1999 and 2000, the three began recording together, and decided to officially form a group, under the name Strange Fruit Project.
The track "All the Way" was included on the group's debut album, Soul Travelin', released in early 2004 on Spilt Milk Records.
Jeff Wade of the Dallas Observer described the album as "a soulful mixture of personal, from-the-heart lyrics, sweet harmonies and thumpin' drums".
[4] In 2005, the group collaborated with Wu-Tang Clan member Ghostface Killah and Trife da God on the single "Milk Em'", produced by S1.
[8] S1 has continued his production career, signing licensing deals for MTV shows such as Run's House, Trippin' and Yo Momma.