While many nationwide know three-time Grammy Award winner Ne-Yo as a talented singer, he’s letting it be known that music isn’t his top love.
The Arkansas-born songwriter took to social media to speak on his admiration for his seven children. Opening up about his kids, the “Because of You” performer wrote, “I’m a father before I’m anything else. Not money, not fame, not even the love of the craft. I do this for them. They are my reason, I’m nowhere near perfect, and that’s OK. My kids love me. And I’d die, kill, steal, whatever to make sure they never need for anything. The best thing I’ve ever done. I love my tribe! I love my squad! And I will for all of this life and the next… and the next!”
Although, it wasn’t the first time Ne-Yo publicly expressed his love for his youngsters. Earlier this year, he revealed photos of his kids and stated, “Thank you GOD for my beautiful children and the people that help me raise them.” In May, Ne-Yo penned a message to the mothers of his kids. “My love for you is endless,” he wrote. “You are the life breath of this very planet. I honor and salute you for your constant selflessness and the genuine love, encouragement, comfort, and care you give on a daily basis.”
Regarding his career, Ne-Yo announced last month that he, Robin Thicke, and Mario are hitting the road for the “Champagne And Roses Tour.” “This one’s for the grown and sexy!” the “Closer” songwriter captioned his IG post. Presented by Live Nation, the trio will kick off the North American experience on Sept. 9 in Detroit, Michigan. The singers are expected to stop in Cleveland, Philadelphia, Atlanta, Dallas, and Charlotte. On Oct. 4, the tour will end in Mountain View, California.