Ne-Yo Quotes

A collection of quotes by Ne-Yo.

Shaffer Chimere Smith, better known by his stage name Ne-Yo, is an American singer, songwriter, and record producer. He was born on October 18, 1979, in Camden, Arkansas. Ne-Yo began his musical career as a songwriter, penning tracks for various artists in the early 2000s. He quickly gained recognition for his talent and distinctive songwriting abilities.

In 2006, Ne-Yo released his debut album, "In My Own Words," which spawned the hit singles "So Sick" and "Sexy Love." The album's success propelled him to stardom and established him as a prominent figure in contemporary R&B and pop music. Ne-Yo's smooth vocals and heartfelt lyrics became his trademark and helped him gain a loyal fanbase worldwide.

Throughout his career, Ne-Yo has released several successful albums, including "Because of You" (2007), "Year of the Gentleman" (2008), and "Non-Fiction" (2015). He has also collaborated with numerous artists, such as Rihanna, Beyoncé, and Pitbull, further solidifying his status as a talented artist and songwriter.

Aside from his solo career, Ne-Yo has also ventured into acting and has appeared in films and television shows. He has received several accolades for his work, including three Grammy Awards and the Hal David Starlight Award.

With his soulful voice, impressive songwriting skills, and versatility, Ne-Yo continues to captivate audiences and leave a lasting impact on the music industry.

My mom was the picture of the blue-collar mom: Two and three

My mom was the picture of the blue-collar mom: Two and three and four jobs to make sure that me and my sister never needed, that was her thing.

Ne-Yo

Mom

I probably wouldn't be singing if not for Michael Jackson. W

I probably wouldn't be singing if not for Michael Jackson. When I started singing, I didn't like my tone until my mom put me on to Michael Jackson and Stevie Wonder, so listening to the way they used their instrument helped me get more comfortable with my own.

Ne-Yo

Mom

Hats have been my thing pretty much my whole life but financ

Hats have been my thing pretty much my whole life but finance has not. I would go to the corner store and buy really cheap baseball style caps and wear those to school.

Ne-Yo

Finance

For the first few years of my life my mom used to cut my hai

For the first few years of my life my mom used to cut my hair so there were a lot of bowl-cut hair styles.

Ne-Yo

Mom