After the Deb's House season finale, the music mentor and her newest protégé sat down to reflect on the power of purpose, perseverance, and passing the torch in R&B. Source: WE tv / ALLBLK Deb's House began as a music competition created by veteran manager and industry powerhouse Deb Antney, the woman behind the early success of Nicki Minaj, Gucci Mane, and Waka Flocka Flame. Season 1 spotlighted hip hop, crowning Philadelphia rapper Rocky as its first champion. For Season 2, Deb decided it was time for something different.