Ne-Yo is Back with a New Single and Visual, “What If”
Coming back to the music scene in style, legendary R&B singer Ne-Yo is has dropped his latest single and visual“What If.” Through his record labels Motown Records/Compound Entertainment, his first single and visual dropped on various platforms on September 24th.
Storyline and Production
Quoting a caption on the song’s premiere post on his Instagram, Ne-Yo gives a brief description of the song. He states that the song is about choices, right and wrong are comparable. And you should live your life with no regrets. “What If” was recorded in London with top producers Magnus Klausen and Ebenezer. Moreover, Curtis ‘Sauce’ Wilson engineered the award-winning vocals for “What If”.
“What If” Visuals
Accompanying this track is a simple video with well-choreographed dances. Ne-Yo performs in the video along with a group of dancers, depicting a black-and-white theme. In addition, the video was produced in collaboration with Shutterstock, part of the behind-the-scenes photography team of the R&B legend and multiple GRAMMY Award winners. The company also offered visual and special effects from their vast library.
Discography
Speaking of music, the legendary singer and songwriter have had a few tracks recently. “What If” comes a year after “U 2 Luv,” which he featured Jeremih. The R&B legend had sold over 20 million adjusted albums globally up to date in his fantastic music career. He won 3 GRAMMY awards and has had 14 nominations. During the second half of 2005, “So Sick” dominated Billboard Hot 100 charts.
The hit was verified quadruple platinum. He has released several hit singles since that period. The list includes include “Closer,” “Sexy Love,” “Miss Independent,” “Because of You,” and “Push Back,” which featured Stefflon Don and Bebe Rexha. The legendary R&B singer has had three of his albums debut top at SoundScan’s Top Current Albums chart.
Songwriting Skills
Undoubtedly songwriting is one skill the R&B singer possesses. Frequently, he has proved to be a maestro with his pen. The Las Vegas native is famous for his songwriting abilities. He became someone top artists would rely on for hits. The R&B singer has written hits like Rihanna’s “Russian Roulette,” Take a Bow,” and “Unfaithful.”
The singer has also written songs of Usher, Jennifer Hudson, Celine Dion, Carrie Underwood, and many more.
