Creating a stir in the music world, Melanie started her career as one of the most sought after young writers in the music industry. Her charming personality, along with her drive and ambition, landed her a 5-year deal with the powerhouse publishing company, Famous Music, (a Paramount Picture Company). After spearheading numerous successful songs and artists, (including a deal with world renowned Lee Iacocca) Melanie created her own publishing company, Mellie Mel Music. Melanie’s most current projects include her new creation,"NEW SCHOOL KIDS JAMZ" on her record label, Melody Makers, Inc. Melanie opened and directed several DANCING/SINGING/RECORDING STUDIO's that have become a “hot spots” in the Los Angeles and Orange County California areas! Her unprecedented arrival into the music business has given Melanie an extraordinary reputation that continues to thrive.
Partial List Of Releases
Song Artist Label Units Sold/Chart Position
Go Too Far Jibbs Geffen/Jibbs CD hit #9 on Billboard Hip Hop Charts
Let's Wait Awhile Janet Jackson A&M Records Over 10-million world-wide, #1 on Billboards
Control Album
Just Want to Hold You Jasmine Guy Warner Bros. #15 Billboard Hot 100 Chart
How We Roll Fat Joe Loud Records
Can This Be Love Quindon Tarver Virgin Records Charted on Billboard R&B Charts
Let's Wait Awhile Janet Jackson A&M Records Over 2 million sold in the U.S.
Design of a Decade Album
I Got Love Kleo Dynasty/Raging Bull #5 on Billboard Dance Chart
We Got The Night Michael Saucedo ABC Television Aired on numerous episodes
In The Name Of Love Earth Wind & Fire Kalimba Records Platinum in Japan & Europe
The Right Time Earth Wind & Fire Kalimba Records Platinum in Japan & Europe
Keep it Real Earth Wind & Fire Kalimba Records Platinum in Japan & Europe
Click here to view a partial list of Melanie's song catalog on BMI Melanie Andrews -Wilder's Bio
Melanie's unprecedented arrival into the music scene set her on the ride of her life, winning the BMI Pop Music Award for “Let’s Wait Awhile,” as well as the BMI Millionaires Award. Creating a stir in the music world, Melanie became one of the youngest and most BMI popular female writers in the industry.
Melanie’s charming personality, along with her drive and ambition, landed her a five-year deal with the powerhouse publishing company, Famous Music (A Paramount Picture Company). After spearheading numerous successful songs and artists, Melanie created her own publishing company, Mellie Mel Music. Working with current and up-and-coming artists, Melanie has gone on to produce numerous hits with such esteemed labels as: A&M Records, Virgin Records, Warner Bros., MCA Records and Mo Jazz/Motown. Melanie also co-produced music along with American Idol's judge Randy Jackson. Melanie opened a singing/dancing studio in the San Fernando Valley which quickly became the “hot spot”. In 2007, Melanie ventured out to the "O.C."(Orange County, California) and opened "Melody Makers Newport Beach" a Singing/Dancing/Recording Studio for beginners-professionals on the Balboa Peninsula!
Melanie has not only lent her expertise to the music industry through writing and producing, she has also exposed her talent as a singer. Her voice can be heard on hit songs of the industries’ top artists, such as: Janet Jackson("What Have You Done for Me Lately", "Control", "Let's Wait Awhile", "When I Think of You" and "Funny How Time Flies.") Melanie also sang on album's made famous by Vanessa Williams, Adam Ant, Chuckii Booker, Ralph Tresvant, and Eddie Murphy (to name a few).
Born and raised in an affluent Jazz Family, Melanie’s Grandfather, Snooky Young (world-renowned trumpet player), nurtured Melanie’s love for soul and taught her the beauty of speaking through music. Despite the abase of popular music today, Melanie’s high standards and family legacy have set her apart in the harsh world of music. Since the early release of “Let’s Wait Awhile, ” Melanie has continued to keep the standards of her music positive. Although known for her class and style, Melanie still persists in getting funky and keeping up with the hippest, latest trends in the music industry.
With a stellar career in music, Melanie’s claim to fame might surprise you. At six-months of age, Melanie became the first African-American world famous “Gerber Baby.” Although she has changed a little since then, she still regards this as one of her proudest accomplishments.
The Los Angeles County Museum of Art and the L.A. Jazz Society presented their inaugural "L.A. Jazz Treasure Award" to Snooky Young. The presentation and concert took place on September 11, 2009 at the L.A. County Museum of Art in Los Angeles, CA. The award was presented to him by Mrs. Shelly Manne, President of the Jazz Society and Zev Yaroslavsky, L.A. County Supervisor, presented him with a Proclamation from the City of Los Angeles. The evening featured a special tribute band comprised of the TONIGHT SHOW and CLAYTON/HAMILTON Band members. SNOOKY is still "swingin" at 90 years old. Congratulations, Grand-dad!
