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Javaan Anderson
Birth nameJavaan Durrell Anderson
Also known asSpades Saratoga
Born (1989-03-02) March 2, 1989 (age 36)
OriginThe Bronx, New York City, United States
GenresHip hop, R&B
Occupation(s)Songwriter, producer, label owner
Years active2016–present
LabelsFeels Like Summer Records

Javaan Durrell Anderson (born March 2, 1989), known professionally as Spades Saratoga, is an American songwriter, record producer, and label owner. A North Carolina–based artist with New York origins, he is known for songwriting contributions for artists including Cardi B, GloRilla, Offset, Sexyy Red, Ice Spice, Latto, and Don Toliver.[1] His work includes "Tomorrow 2" by GloRilla and Cardi B, which reached number 9 on the Billboard Hot 100 and later topped R&B/Hip-Hop Airplay,[2][3] and Cardi B’s "Outside," which debuted at number 10 on the Hot 100.[4]

Career

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Anderson has been recognized for his contributions to hip hop and R&B songwriting by the American Society of Composers, Authors and Publishers (ASCAP), with credits appearing in multiple Rhythm & Soul and Pop Music award programs.[5][6][7]

In 2023, he was credited as a writer on "Tomorrow 2" by GloRilla featuring Cardi B, which peaked at number 9 on the Billboard Hot 100 and later reached number one on the R&B/Hip-Hop Airplay chart.[5][8][9]

In 2024, Anderson received further recognition at the ASCAP Pop Music Awards in connection with "Tomorrow 2", where his publishing imprint Feels Like Summer Ent. is listed among credited entities.[6] On "Tomorrow 2," publishers credited include Feels Like Summer Ent., Sony Music Publishing and Warner Chappell Music.[6][10]

In 2025, he was credited on "Worth It" by Offset and is listed in ASCAP’s Rhythm & Soul Music Celebration materials.[7] His attendance at the 2025 ceremony was documented in editorial imagery identifying him as "Javaan 'Spades Saratoga' Anderson".[11][12] Third-party coverage of the event also lists him among credited writers.[13]

In September 2025, Anderson was credited under his full name, Javaan Durrell Anderson, as a songwriter on Cardi B’s second studio album Am I the Drama?. Press coverage listed him among the album’s writers, including reports by Complex and Yahoo Entertainment.[14][15] The album was certified Platinum by the RIAA on its first day of release, partly due to the inclusion of previously successful singles such as "WAP" and "Up".[16] Its single "Outside" debuted at number 10 on the Billboard Hot 100.[17]

Anderson’s credits also include "Whatchu Kno About Me" by GloRilla and Sexyy Red, where he is listed under Composition & Lyrics,[18] and Cardi B’s "Like What (Freestyle)," which likewise credits him for Composition & Lyrics.[19] He is also credited on "Redbull" by Red Café featuring Spades Saratoga, where the track lists both artists.[20]

According to Muso.ai, Anderson has 178 registered songwriting and production credits across various artists and projects.[21] His credits and discography are also documented by AllMusic under both his legal and professional names.[22][23] Additional database corroboration includes IPI/affiliation listings at SecondHandSongs.[24]

Notable songwriting credits

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  • "Tomorrow 2" – GloRilla ft. Cardi B — peaked #9 US Hot 100; #1 R&B/Hip-Hop Airplay[25][26]
  • "Outside" – from Am I the Drama? — debuted #10 US Hot 100[27]
  • "Worth It" – Offset[7]
  • "Redbull" – Red Café ft. Spades Saratoga[28]
  • "Whatchu Kno About Me" – GloRilla & Sexyy Red (songwriting credit: Javaan Anderson)[29]
  • "Like What (Freestyle)" – Cardi B (songwriting credit: Javaan Anderson)[30]
  • Am I the Drama? (album) – Cardi B — **album songwriting credit (as Javaan Durrell Anderson)**[31][32]


Feels Like Summer Records

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Anderson is the founder and CEO of Feels Like Summer Records, which operates as a label and publishing entity (Feels Like Summer Ent.). His company is cited alongside his songwriting credits in ASCAP award materials.[5][6]

Awards

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References

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  1. ^ "Spades Saratoga – SXSW Artist Profile". SXSW. Retrieved September 21, 2025.
  2. ^ "Tomorrow 2 – Charts & Performance". aCharts. Retrieved September 21, 2025.
  3. ^ "GloRilla & Cardi B's 'Tomorrow 2' Tops R&B/Hip-Hop Airplay". Billboard. October 20, 2022. Retrieved September 21, 2025.
  4. ^ "Cardi B's 'Outside' Tops Billboard Rhythmic, Rap Airplay Charts". Billboard. August 8, 2025. Retrieved September 21, 2025.
  5. ^ a b c d "The 2023 ASCAP Rhythm & Soul Music Celebration". ASCAP. Retrieved September 21, 2025.
  6. ^ a b c d e "ASCAP Pop Music Awards 2024". ASCAP. Retrieved September 21, 2025.
  7. ^ a b c d "The 2025 ASCAP Rhythm & Soul Music Celebration". ASCAP. Retrieved September 21, 2025.
  8. ^ "Tomorrow 2 – Charts & Performance". aCharts. Retrieved September 21, 2025.
  9. ^ "GloRilla & Cardi B's 'Tomorrow 2' Tops R&B/Hip-Hop Airplay". Billboard. October 20, 2022. Retrieved September 21, 2025.
  10. ^ "2025 ASCAP Rhythm & Soul Awards Recap". Vibe. June 9, 2025. Retrieved September 21, 2025.
  11. ^ "Javaan "Spades Saratoga" Anderson at ASCAP Awards 2025". Alamy. Retrieved September 21, 2025.
  12. ^ "2025 ASCAP Rhythm & Soul Awards – Editorial Gallery". Getty Images. Retrieved September 21, 2025.
  13. ^ "2025 ASCAP Rhythm & Soul Awards Recap". Vibe. June 9, 2025. Retrieved September 21, 2025.
  14. ^ "Cardi B's 'Am I The Drama?' Features and Production Credits". Complex. September 19, 2025. Retrieved September 21, 2025.
  15. ^ "Cardi B's 'Am I The Drama?' – Features and Production Credits". Yahoo Entertainment. September 20, 2025. Retrieved September 21, 2025.
  16. ^ "Am I the Drama? – Commercial performance". Wikipedia. Retrieved September 21, 2025.
  17. ^ "Cardi B's 'Outside' Tops Billboard Rhythmic, Rap Airplay Charts". Billboard. August 8, 2025. Retrieved September 21, 2025.
  18. ^ "WHATCHU KNO ABOUT ME – Song by GloRilla & Sexyy Red". Apple Music. October 11, 2024. Retrieved September 21, 2025.
  19. ^ "Like What (Freestyle) – Song by Cardi B". Apple Music. February 29, 2024. Retrieved September 21, 2025.
  20. ^ "Redbull – Red Cafe, Spades Saratoga". Spotify. Retrieved September 21, 2025.
  21. ^ "Javaan Anderson – Credits". Muso.ai. Retrieved September 21, 2025.
  22. ^ "Javaan Anderson – Credits & Discography". AllMusic. Retrieved September 21, 2025.
  23. ^ "Javaan Durrell Anderson – Credits". AllMusic. Retrieved September 21, 2025.
  24. ^ "Artist: Javaan Anderson". SecondHandSongs. Retrieved September 21, 2025.
  25. ^ "Tomorrow 2 – Charts & Performance". aCharts. Retrieved September 21, 2025.
  26. ^ "GloRilla & Cardi B's 'Tomorrow 2' Tops R&B/Hip-Hop Airplay". Billboard. October 20, 2022. Retrieved September 21, 2025.
  27. ^ "Cardi B's 'Outside' Tops Billboard Rhythmic, Rap Airplay Charts". Billboard. August 8, 2025. Retrieved September 21, 2025.
  28. ^ "Redbull – Red Cafe, Spades Saratoga". Spotify. Retrieved September 21, 2025.
  29. ^ "WHATCHU KNO ABOUT ME – Song by GloRilla & Sexyy Red". Apple Music. October 11, 2024. Retrieved September 21, 2025.
  30. ^ "Like What (Freestyle) – Song by Cardi B". Apple Music. February 29, 2024. Retrieved September 21, 2025.
  31. ^ "Cardi B's 'Am I The Drama?' Features and Production Credits". Complex. September 19, 2025. Retrieved September 21, 2025.
  32. ^ "Cardi B's 'Am I The Drama?' – Features and Production Credits". Yahoo Entertainment. September 20, 2025. Retrieved September 21, 2025.
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