Ne-Yo has won three Grammy Awards, highlighting his impact on the music industry.
Ne-Yo is an acclaimed American R&B singer, songwriter, record producer, and actor.
He gained fame for writing the hit song "Let Me Love You" for Mario, which propelled his career forward.
Biography
Early Life
Shaffer Chimere Smith, known professionally as Ne-Yo, was born on October 18, 1979, in Camden, Arkansas. Raised primarily by his mother, Lorraine, after his parents separated, Ne-Yo moved to Las Vegas, Nevada, where he was exposed to music from an early age. His parents were both musicians, which influenced his artistic development. While attending the Las Vegas Academy, he adopted the stage name GoGo and joined an R&B group called Envy, which performed on various platforms, including Showtime at the Apollo. After the group disbanded in 2000, Ne-Yo began writing songs for other artists, setting the stage for his future success.
Career
Ne-Yo's career took off when he wrote the hit single "Let Me Love You" for Mario in 2004, which topped the Billboard Hot 100 for nine weeks. This success led to a recording contract with Def Jam Recordings, where he released his debut album, "In My Own Words," in 2006. The album was a commercial success, followed by other notable releases such as "Because of You," "Year of the Gentleman," and "Libra Scale." Ne-Yo is recognized for his contributions to contemporary R&B, pop, and hip-hop, and has collaborated with numerous artists, including Rihanna and Beyoncé. His songwriting prowess has earned him three Grammy Awards, solidifying his status as a leading figure in the music industry.
Personal Life
Ne-Yo's personal life has been marked by relationships and family. He has three children from different relationships, including a daughter born in 2010 and a son in 2011 with his ex-girlfriend Monyetta Shaw. In 2016, he married Crystal Renay Williams, with whom he has two sons and a daughter. Their relationship has seen ups and downs, including a brief divorce filing in 2020, but they reconciled during the COVID-19 pandemic. Ne-Yo's journey reflects both his artistic evolution and personal growth, as he navigates the complexities of fame and family life.
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Discography
In My Own Words (Deluxe Edition)2026
- 1.Stay3:52
- 2.Let Me Get This Right3:48
- 3.So Sick3:29
- 4.When You're Mad3:42
- 5.It Just Ain't Right3:48
- 6.Mirror3:48
- 7.Sign Me Up3:27
- 8.I Ain't Gotta Tell You3:17
- 9.Get Down Like That4:06
- 10.Sexy Love3:41
- 11.Let Go3:49
- 12.Time3:30
- 13.Girlfriend4:01
- 14.Get Down Like That (remix)4:57
That Sexy Love: 20 Years of Love Songs2026
- 1.Sexy Love3:41
- 2.Miss Independent3:54
- 3.When You’re Mad3:42
- 4.She Knows3:35
- 5.Let Me Love You (Until You Learn to Love Yourself)4:12
- 6.Girlfriend3:43
- 7.Stay (radio edit)3:52
- 8.Mad4:15
- 9.So Sick3:27
- 10.Part of the List4:10
Highway 792026
- 1.Up Out & Gone2:57
- 2.Hate Me Now3:10
- 3.Wish I Didn't Know You3:12
- 4.Thinking What I'm Thinking4:42
- 5.Dance Right Now3:09
- 6.Ms. Tundra3:12
- 7.Next Round on Me3:38
- 8.Simple Things2:59
- 9.Only Ever Been You2:59
- 10.Crooked Halo3:13
- 11.If I Roped the Moon3:52
Self Explanatory2022
- 1.Layin’ Low3:01
- 2.You Got the Body2:57
- 3.After Party3:16
- 4.Handle Me Gently3:01
- 5.Don’t Love Me2:47
- 6.U 2 Luv3:28
- 7.Push Up2:29
- 8.Proud of You3:31
- 9.Call Me Up3:17
- 10.What If3:43
- 11.Want It All or Nothing3:24
- 12.No Loot2:43
- 13.Stay Down3:51
Another Kind of Christmas2019
- 1.This Christmas3:06
- 2.Talk About It3:09
- 3.Carol of the Bells2:20
- 4.Open Mine Tonight4:16
- 5.Just Ain’t Christmas3:22
- 6.Christmas Vibez3:16
- 7.Merry Christmas Baby2:47
- 8.I Want to Come Home for Christmas3:40
- 9.The Christmas Song2:37
- 10.Someday at Christmas2:52
- 11.It’s for Everybody3:56
GOOD MAN2018
- 1.“Caterpillars 1st” (intro)0:41
- 2.1 More Shot3:51
- 3.LA NIGHTS3:55
- 4.Nights Like These3:24
- 5.U Deserve3:45
- 6.Summertime2:55
- 7.Push Back3:41
- 8.Breathe4:04
- 9.On Ur Mind3:22
- 10.Back Chapters4:11
- 11.Hotbox4:16
- 12.Over U3:28
- 13.Without U3:14
- 14.Apology4:08
- 15.Ocean Sure3:44
- 16.“The Struggle…” (interlude)0:26
- 17.GOOD MAN3:50
- 18.Pour Me Up3:49
- 19.Won’t Be Often3:44
- 20.Reset the Night3:32
The Birth of Ne-Yo: The Building of a Supa Star2017
- 1.Looking For3:50
- 2.Not Ur Average (Joe)3:39
- 3.Magic Mix4:43
- 4.Is U Down4:32
- 5.Amazing You4:04
- 6.U Are the One3:40
- 7.Come Get U3:54
- 8.Betta Move Me Right4:37
- 9.The Gift4:34
- 10.Haven’t Served My Purpose (I Don’t Wanna Die)3:55
- 11.It’s Real3:52
- 12.What Happens Now4:27
B.O.S.S Building of a Supa Star (The Ne*Yo Story)2017
- 1.Looking For3:51
- 2.Not Ur Average (Joe)3:40
- 3.Magic Mix (Part 2)4:43
- 4.Is U Down4:32
- 5.Amazing You4:05
- 6.U Are the One3:41
- 7.Come Get U3:54
- 8.Betta Luv Me Right4:37
- 9.The Gift4:34
- 10.Haven't Served My Purpose (I Don't Wanna Die)3:48
- 11.It's Real3:34
- 12.What Happens Now4:03
- 13.The End (Nu mix)4:14
- 14.Remember5:16
Non-Fiction2015
- 1.Non-Fiction (intro)1:27
- 2.Everybody Loves / The Def of You (interlude)3:19
- 3.Run / An Island (interlude)3:36
- 4.Integrity3:54
- 5.One More4:18
- 6.Time of Our Lives3:49
- 7.Who’s Taking You Home3:48
- 8.Coming With You4:19
- 9.Let You What… (interlude)0:42
- 10.Take You There3:54
- 11.Good Morning / Gon' Ride (interlude)3:39
- 12.Make It Easy3:37
- 13.Money Can’t Buy4:22
- 14.Religious / Ratchet Wit Yo Friends (interlude)4:03
- 15.She Knows3:34
- 16.She Said I'm Hood Tho4:05
- 17.Story Time3:12
- 18.Why2:36
- 19.Congratulations4:31
- 20.Worth It4:16
- 21.Body On You4:14
R.E.D.2012
- 1.Cracks in Mr. Perfect4:56
- 2.Lazy Love3:16
- 3.Let Me Love You (Until You Learn to Love Yourself)4:12
- 4.Miss Right3:50
- 5.Jealous4:08
- 6.Don't Make Em Like You4:10
- 7.Be the One3:47
- 8.Stress Reliever3:36
- 9.She Is3:27
- 10.Carry On (Her Letter to Him)3:57
- 11.Forever Now3:41
- 12.Shut Me Down3:41
- 13.Unconditional4:38
- 14.Should Be You4:16
- 15.My Other Gun3:18
- 16.Alone With You (Maddies Song)4:59
- 17.Let's Go3:58
- 18.Let Me Love You (Until Your Learn to Love Yourself) (feat. Beni)4:15
Triple Pack: In My Own Words / Because Of You / Year Of The Gentleman2011
- 1.Stay3:52
- 2.Let Me Get This Right3:47
- 3.So Sick3:28
- 4.When You’re Mad3:42
- 5.It Just Ain’t Right3:47
- 6.Mirror3:48
- 7.Sign Me Up3:27
- 8.I Ain’t Gotta Tell You3:17
- 9.Get Down Like That4:05
- 10.Sexy Love3:40
- 11.Let Go3:48
- 12.Time3:49
- 13.Girlfriend3:41
- 14.Lonely4:23
- 15.So Sick (remix)4:24
- 16.Back Like That4:03
- 17.Stay (remix)4:07
- 18.Get Down Like That (remix)4:57
- 19.Because of You4:27
- 20.Crazy4:21
- 21.Can Will Chill4:24
- 22.Do You3:48
- 23.Addicted3:46
- 24.Leaving Tonight5:15
- 25.Ain’t Thinking About You3:41
- 26.Sex With My Ex3:39
- 27.Angel3:28
- 28.Make It Work4:09
- 29.Say It4:41
- 30.Go on Girl4:23
- 31.That’s What It Does3:34
- 32.Spotlight4:05
- 33.Closer3:54
- 34.Nobody3:07
- 35.Single4:18
- 36.Mad4:15
- 37.Miss Independent3:52
- 38.Why Does She Stay4:33
- 39.Fade Into the Background3:18
- 40.So You Can Cry4:18
- 41.Part of the List4:10
- 42.Back to What You Know4:10
- 43.Lie to Me4:27
- 44.Stop This World4:26
- 45.What’s the Matter3:46
- 46.She Got Her Own2:32
Libra Scale2010
- 1.Champagne Life5:23
- 2.Makin' a Movie3:52
- 3.Know Your Name4:07
- 4.Telekinesis4:22
- 5.Crazy Love3:50
- 6.One in a Million4:03
- 7.Genuine Only3:56
- 8.Cause I Said So3:49
- 9.Beautiful Monster4:11
- 10.What Have I Done?3:51
- 11.Beautiful Monster (Tony Moran edit)4:33
The Collection2009
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Ladies Man2009
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The Ne-Yo Diaries2009
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Year of the Gentleman2008
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Because of You2007
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In My Own Words2005
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Mattress Music
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This One Is for You, U and You2020
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3 Simple Rules2014
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Turn Around2012
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Discotech2008
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Closer (Remix EP)2008
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Because of You: Hit Pack2007
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Also known as: Ne Yo, NeYo, Neo, Shaffer Chimere Smith, Shaffer Smith
Shaffer Chimere Smith, known professionally as Ne-Yo, is an American singer, songwriter, record producer, and actor. He first gained recognition for his songwriting abilities after having written Mario's 2004 single "Let Me Love You", the success of which led to a recording contract with Def Jam Recordings under then-president Jay-Z the next year. Regarded as a preeminent figure in 2000s R&B music, he is the recipient of numerous accolades—including three Grammy Awards.
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