The Herd with Colin Cowherd Joe and Jada - Ne-Yo on new COUNTRY album, Beyoncé collabs, Michael Jackson & Prince stories
Oct 1, 2025
Ne-Yo, a three-time Grammy-winning singer-songwriter, joins the hosts to share insights into his latest country-inspired project. He discusses his experience writing 'Irreplaceable' for Beyoncé and recounts unforgettable encounters with music legends Michael Jackson and Prince. Ne-Yo reflects on the impact of Brian McKnight and Boyz II Men on his music career. He also offers a glimpse into his unique family dynamics and polyamorous lifestyle, while revealing his top five songwriters and his entrepreneurial venture into golf apparel.
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How Irreplaceable Felt To Its Writer
- Ne-Yo wrote Beyoncé's "Irreplaceable" and says he originally wrote it with a guitar and no drums, giving it country storytelling vibes.
- He felt useless in the studio because Beyoncé knocked it out alone in about an hour.
Country As Storytelling Inspiration
- Ne-Yo says country music's strength is storytelling and lyrical cleverness, which inspired his 'country-inspired' album.
- He respects calling it "country-inspired" rather than claiming full country credentials.
Meeting Michael Jackson
- Ne-Yo recounts meeting Michael Jackson, initially hanging up because he thought it was a prank call, then later meeting and talking music for an hour.
- Jackson praised Ne-Yo's song and sang it, which moved Ne-Yo to tears.