How to Hire NE-YO For Your Event!
aka: Shaffer Chimere Smith
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GRAMMY award-winning Shaffer Chimere Smith, known professionally as Ne-Yo, is an American singer, songwriter, actor, dancer, and record producer.
He gained fame for his songwriting abilities when he penned Mario’s 2004 hit “Let Me Love You”. The single’s successful release prompted a meeting between Ne-Yo and Def Jam’s then-president, Jay-Z, resulting in a long-tenured recording contract.
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.
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A master in the art of storytelling, Ne-Yo began writing at an early age. A vivid imagination and creative energy have allowed Ne-Yo to write songs for multi-platinum artists such as Mary J. Blige, B2K, Faith Evans, and Musiq Soulchild. 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 souls with my lyrics through whatever vessel God chooses.”
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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.”
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Infusing pop melodies with 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.
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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 and in-depth lyrics that touch the soul.
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