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Influenced by: Jodeci, Teddy Riley, Michael Jackson, El DeBarge, Babyface

Genre: R & B

Biography: Songwriter, arranger, and vocalist Ne-Yo was born Shaffer Smith in Arkansas and raised in Las Vegas, NV. His start in the ...

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Jun 23 2009 14:00PM by BoomBox Staff

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The Boombox Music Blog: Singer/songwriter Ne-Yo recently advised an aspiring singer to drop a few pounds before trying to make it in the music business. The conversation between the R&B star and the unidentified woman finds Ne-Yo exposing the sad but very true ... Read more

 
Apr 28 2009 6:30AM by Tracey Ford

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The Boombox Music Blog: Artist: Ne-Yo Song: 'Part of the List' Why You Should Watch: The crooner reflects on good times after bumping into an ex in the video for his latest single off 'Year of the Gentleman.' Download Ne-Yo Songs ... Read more

 
Feb 05 2009 11:30AM by Sharks

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The Boombox Music Blog: Dipset "Capo" Jim Jones pleaded not guilty to misdemeanor assault charges in Manhattan Criminal Court on Feb. 4. The rapper was charged for his role in an altercation with Ne-Yo's manager, this past Christmas Eve (giving new meaning to 'Dipset ... Read more

Year of the Gentleman
Released: 06/18/08
Because of You
Released: 04/30/07
In My Own Words
Released: 02/28/06
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