Kanye West produced an artist.
Down and Out (Cam'ron song) . It features guest appearances from singer Syleena Johnson and fellow rapper Kanye West . Kanye West . Born in Atlanta and raised in Chicago , West briefly attended art school before becoming known as a producer for Roc-A-Fella Records in the early 2000s , producing hit singles for artists such as Jay Z and Alicia Keys . Sanctified (song) . The song , produced by Kanye West , Mike Dean , and DJ Mustard , featuring guest appearances by rappers Kanye West and Big Sean .