Ne-Yo [Shaffer Chimere Smith

Ne-Yo, born Shaffer Chimere Smith Jr. on October 18, 1979, in Camden, Arkansas, is an American pop and R&B singer and songwriter. He emerged in the mid-2000s as a prominent figure in contemporary R&B music. Known for his smooth vocal style and songwriting skills, Ne-Yo has contributed both as a performer and as a writer for other artists. His work spans the genres of pop and R&B, and he has been active primarily in the United States music scene.