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Beginning with the release of Ne-Yo’s platinum debut In My Own Words in 2006, life hasn’t been the same for the Las Vegas native. “The transition from being in the background as a songwriter and being an artist took a little getting used to,” Ne-Yo laughs. “It’s a lot different being the guy that nobody knew two years ago to people asking for autographs, but, I’m not complaining.” With the release of Ne-Yo’s sophomore disc, the talented performer is ready to reveal his stellar growth as a songwriter, his maturity as a man and his prowess as a performer. “I write from personal experience, so everything in my life becomes a part of my songs,” Ne-Yo confesses. “In my opinion, the essence of a good song provokes thought while also making you feel some kind of emotion.” Ne-Yo also proved himself a masterful songwriter penning such gems as Rihanna’s "Unfaithful” top-ten hit “ and co-writing Beyonce’s mega-blast “Irreplaceable.” That track was on the Billboard Hot 100 number-one sin...