Ne-Yo Says "There Were Two Genders" When He Was Growing Up, Then Apologizes For Offending The LGBT Community
The hip-hop artist expressed concern over the fact that some parents are allowing their kids to make such life-altering decisions at a young age via "gender transition," but he quickly changed his tune when he realized that the LGBT mob was coming after him (and his career).
In 2004, Ne-Yo wrote a breakout hit called "Let Me Love You" for Mario. The success of the song led him to a recording contract, and he released his debut album, In My Own Words, in 2006. The album was a commercial success, led by its hit single "So Sick," which showcased Ne-Yo's smooth vocal style and heartfelt lyrics. Ne-Yo, whose real name is Shaffer Chimere Smith, has since become a pillar of American R&B and pop, and he is a father to seven children with two mothers. He spoke candidly on a recent podcast about parents who allow their kids to suddenly change genders overnight. It wasn't received well, as you can imagine.