When I think of Ne-Yo, I think of class, swag, sophistication, and talent. This Grammy winning singer-songwriter has swooned into the heart of millions with the release of his third album "The Year of the Gentleman." The title came from his love and interest in the Rat Pack. He tries to model the way he dresses and carries himself to that of these sensational icons, and with that he dedicated this album to these gentlemen that he has always looked up to. Ne-Yo expresses his disapproval of the sloppiness of todays current R&B artists, and hopes to show his respect for the game by presenting himself as a dignified artist.
"Years ago, if you weren't wearing the right suit or have a correct crease in your pants, you couldn't even get in the door--let alone on stage to perform." -- Ne-Yo
"For me, the sharpness of Sammy and Sinatra is the kind of style I strive for in clothes and music. Year of the Gentleman is named in honor of those guys." -- Ne-Yo
Although he looks up to these late greats, he has made quite a name for himself in the business as well. His own career as a singer has blossomed since his debut album in 2006, but he has written songs for a number of well known artists in the game, including Rihanna, Janet Jackson, Mary J. Blige, and even the Grammy nominated song "Irreplaceable" by Beyonce.
His hit song Miss Independent has been a huge hit! Check out the video, and then check out what he has to say about us crazy women. He's trying to find that one woman that can stand on her own two feet with or without a man. I personally think me and Ne-Yo are soul mates. :)
Miss Independent:
Who he wants, and why he wants her to be INDEPENDENT!
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