Ne-Yo

Shaffer Chimere Smith, known professionally as Ne-Yo, is an American singer, songwriter, actor, and record producer from Las Vegas. He rose to prominence in the mid-2000s with his debut album In My Own Words and the hit single "So Sick." Ne-Yo is known for his smooth R&B vocals and songwriting credits for artists including Rihanna, Beyoncé, and Mario. His style blends contemporary R&B with pop and hip-hop influences, and he has released multiple platinum albums while maintaining a strong presence as a hitmaker and performer.