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Born into a family of musicians from Arkansas, Shaffer C. Smith a.k.a. Ne-Yo was raised in a single parent home by his mother. In hopes of a better opportunity, Ne-Yo's mother relocated the family to Las Vegas, Nevada, where Ne-Yo would discover his passion.

A master in the art of storytelling, Ne-Yo began writing at an early age. A vivid imagination and creative energy has allowed Ne-Yo to write songs for multi-platinum artists such as Mary J. Blige, B2K, Faith Evans, and Musiq. When asked about writing number one hits for other artists, simply put, Ne-Yo said, "I feel there is always room for good music. I want to reach people's soul with my lyrics through whatever vessel God chooses."

Ne-Yo found his first taste of real success in 2004 after "Let Me Love You," a song he wrote for R&B singer Mario, became an instant smash. Shortly thereafter, Ne-Yo was asked to prepare an album consisting entirely of his own material. "In My Own Words" debuted at No. 1 on The Billboard 200, and went on to spawn three hit singles: "Stay," "So Sick," and "When You’re Mad."

Infusing pop melodies to rich, soulful production Ne-Yo creates both a unique sound and sentiment for his records.

He confesses, "I've always been the writer, the guy in the background, but being the actual artist is a whole new experience for me."

Citing Prince, Marvin Gaye, The Rat Pack, and Stevie Wonder in his list of favorite entertainers, Ne-Yo invokes a nostalgic feeling, a renaissance if you will. Whether it's the bedroom or the dance floor, Ne-Yo's songs are filled with passion and intense energy that pulls (you into the music) and puts you into a zone.

He graces and challenges popular music with his writing and vocal talents. Ne-Yo is a rare artist - expressing creativity through drawings, paintings, martial arts and song. He is distinguished by youthful energy with in-depth lyrics that touch the soul.

Hits include: "Beautiful Monster", "Closer",
"Miss Independent", "Sexy Love", "So Sick",
"Because Of You", "Do You", "Can We Chill",
"Let Me Love You (Until You Learn To Love Yourself",
"When You're Mad", "Mad", "Champagne Life",
"One In A Million", "Lazy Love", "Coming With You",
"Forever Now", "Stay", "Money Can't Buy",
"Don't Make 'Em Like You", "Leaving Tonight",
"Never Knew I Needed", "Part Of The List",
"She Knows", "Go On Girl".

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