name	Ray J
background	solo_singer
birth name	William Ray Norwood Jr.
born	January 17, 1981
origin	Carson, California, United States
instrument	Vocals
genre	R&B;, hip-hop, pop
occupation	Singer, songwriter, actor, record producer, rapper
years active	1995–present
label	Atlantic, Knockout/Deja 34, E1, Koch Entertainment, Elektra
associated acts	Brandy, Diplo, Gucci Mane
website	www.rayj.com
notable instruments	}}

William Ray Norwood Jr. (born January 17, 1981), better known by his stage name Ray J, is an American singer, songwriter, record producer and actor.

Early life

William Ray Norwood Jr. was born in McComb, Mississippi to Willie Norwood and Sonja Bates-Norwood. His older sister Brandy is a multi-platinum recording artist, and his father Willie Norwood is a well-known gospel singer. from Rochester MN. His first cousin, Snoop Dogg, is a multi-platinum recording rapper .

Music career

Everything You Wanted (1997)

Elektra Records in 1995 and recorded his debut album ''Everything You Want'' the next year. "Let It Go" appeared on the ''Set It Off'' soundtrack. It peaked number 25 in the U.S. and number 11 in New Zealand. The second single peaked at number 54 on the U.S. R&B; chart. In 1997, he was dropped from the label. He produced, putting together the music for several commercials and a few of the demos for his second record.

This Ain't a Game (2001)

Ray J recorded "Another Day in Paradise" with Brandy, which was a Top Ten success in Austria, UK, Germany, Sweden, Switzerland, Belgium, Norway, Ireland, the Netherlands and number 11 in Australia and France. The song was the lead single of the R&B;/Hip Hop tribute ''Urban Renewal'', in which he co-produced and performed songs. Norwood also worked with The Neptunes, Rodney Jerkins and Lil' Kim, and several other producers and singers for his second studio album ''This Ain't A Game''. The album was released in 2001. The lead single "Wait A Minute" peaked at #30 on the U.S. Hot 100 chart and #8 on the Hot R&B;/Hip-Hop Songs chart. "Formal Invite" followed at #54 on the R&B; chart.

Raydiation (2005)

After a two year break, Norwood returned to recording studios, adding the finishing touches on his third studio album ''Raydiation'' with help from producers such as Rodney Jerkins, Timbaland, R. Kelly, and Rob Egerton. A joint venture by Sanctuary Records and Ray-J's own label, independent Knockout Entertainment, the album was finally released on September 27, 2005 in North America after several delays, debuting at number forty-eight on the ''Billboard'' 200 chart, selling 18,321 copies in the first week. The album's lead single "One Wish" was a top 20 success in the US, UK, Ireland, and New Zealand. ''Raydiation'' eventually sold over 400,000 copies domestically.

All I Feel (2008)

Knockout Entertainment announced a multi-million dollar album deal with Koch Records and Shaquille O'Neal's "Deja 34" entertainment company. The first album for this deal is Ray J's fourth album ''All I Feel'', which features The Game and Yung Berg among others. It was released on April 1, 2008. The album's first single is "Sexy Can I" featuring rapper Yung Berg peaked at number three on the Top Singles (Hot 100) for six weeks. A video for the track, directed by R. Malcolm Jones, was shot in December 2007. J stars in the Black Christmas movie Dark Christmas under the direction from Deon Taylor.

Raydiation 2 (2010-present)

Ray J is currently working with his sister Brandy Norwood on their collaboration album Trust, Knowledge & Opportunity & his upcoming solo album Raydiation 2 with his first single "Last Wish" The sequel to his 2005 smash hit "One Wish" both produced by hit maker Rodney Jerkins.

Other Ventures

Acting career

Early in his life, he moved with his family from McComb, Mississippi to Carson, California, and in 1989 started appearing in television commercials for different companies. In 1989, at the age of eight, Norwood began auditioning for and appearing in television commercials; he played the foster son in "The Sinbad Show, from 1993-1994. This period in Norwood's life would shape his acting career to come. According to Bradley Torreano of allmusic, "his easygoing image and boyish looks appealed to the producers of Brandy's television show, ''Moesha''", giving him a role on the UPN series starting in 1999 as Dorian "D-Money". In 2005, Norwood joined the cast of UPN's ''One On One'', where he played the character of D-Mack for the final season. On both shows, Ray's character was related to Brandy's (cousin/half-brother on ''Moesha'', brother on ''One on One'').

Reality Television

In 2009, Norwood starred in his own VH1 reality dating show, For the Love of Ray J. The show premiered on February 2, 2009. For his show on March 24, 2009 he released the soundtrack/studio album called ''For The Love Of Ray J''. On November 2, 2009, the show's second season premiered. In 2010, Norwood and his sister Brandy Norwood premiered the VH1 reality series ''Brandy and Ray J: A Family Business'' along with their parents. He also played the role of Roberto in the movie Christmas At Water's edge in 2004.The show debuted in April 2010 and chronicled the backstage happenings of both siblings, while taking a bigger role in their family's management and production company, R&B; Productions.

Personal life

Ray J is the brother of singer Brandy Norwood and first cousin of rapper Snoop Dogg. He has dated Kim Kardashian.

Sex tape

In February 2007, a pornographic home video he made with Kim Kardashian was 'leaked'. Kardashian sued Vivid Entertainment for ownership of the tape. In late April 2007, Kardashian dropped the suit and settled with Vivid Entertainment for $5 million..

Discography

;Studio albums

''Everything You Want'' (1997)

''This Ain't a Game'' (2001)

''Raydiation'' (2005)

''All I Feel'' (2008)

''Raydiation 2'' (2011)

;Soundtrack albums

''For the Love of Ray J'' (2009)

Filmography

Film

''Once Upon a Time... When We Were Colored'' (1996)

''Mars Attacks!'' (1996)

''Steel'' (1997)

''Christmas at Water's Edge'' (2003)

''Envy'' (2008)

''A Day in the Life'' (2009)

Television

''Black Sash''

''BET Countdown''

''All That'', guest singer

''Wild N Out''

''Television Ads'' (1989–1993)

''The Sinbad Show'' (1993–1994)

''Moesha'' (1999–2001)

''One on One'' (2005–2006)

''For the Love of Ray J'' (2009–2010)

''Brandy and Ray J: A Family Business'' (2010–present)

References

External links

On Set of Ray J’s Video Last Wish

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name	Can I Get a Witness
artist	Marvin Gaye
album	Greatest Hits
b-side	"I'm Crazy 'Bout My Baby"
released	September 1963
format	7" single
recorded	July 17, 1963; Hitsville U.S.A.(Detroit, Michigan)
genre	Soul, rock and roll
length	2:53
label	TamlaT 54087
writer	Holland–Dozier–Holland
producer	Brian Holland, Lamont Dozier
last single	"Pride and Joy"(1963)
this single	"Can I Get a Witness"(1963)
next single	"You're a Wonderful One"(1964) }}

"Can I Get a Witness" is a 1963 hit song by Marvin Gaye on the Tamla (Motown) label. Written and produced by Motown songwriting and producing team Holland–Dozier–Holland, the song was built among gospel-styled music and heralded Gaye's beginnings in the church with a rhythm and blues/rock and roll setting. The song featured Gaye on piano, playing a boogie pattern, The Funk Brothers, and members of The Supremes in the background accompanying Gaye. The song became a hit in both the U.S. and the United Kingdom, and British musicians Lulu, Dusty Springfield, The Rolling Stones, Sam Brown and Steampacket (which featured a very young Rod Stewart) recorded cover versions of the song. Gaye's version peaked at #22 on the Hot 100 chart and its title soon became a catchphrase. Lee Michaels' 1971 version reached #39 on the Hot 100; both his and Gaye's versions peaked during Christmas week.

In popular culture

Gaye's recording is featured in the 1999 biographical film ''The Hurricane''.

Personnel

Lead vocals by Marvin Gaye

Background vocals by The Supremes: Diana Ross, Florence Ballard, and Mary Wilson

Instrumentation by The Funk Brothers

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Name	Yung Berg
Birth name	Christian Ward
Background	solo_singer
Born	September 09, 1985Chicago, Illinois, United States
Genre	Hip hop
Occupation	Rapper, Singer, Songwriter, Producer
Years active	2001 - present
Label	Bloodline, E1, Epic
Website	}}

Christian Ward (born September 9, 1985), better known by his stage name Yung Berg, is an American rapper from Chicago. He is of African American and Puerto Rican descent. His first single was "Sexy Lady" which features R&B; singer Junior. Yung Berg had been previously signed to DMX's Bloodline Records as Ice Berg. He is featured on the Exit Wounds soundtrack. His debut album ''Look What You Made Me'' was released in 2008.

Career

In 2001, he was signed to DMX's Bloodline Records. He made his debut on the ''Exit Wounds'' soundtrack on the song "Dog 4 Life" as Iceberg. However, his parents sent him to a military boarding school in Montana in 2001. He moved to Los Angeles after finishing school in 2003. In 2005, Yung Berg worked as a hypeman and recording assistant for Disturbing tha Peace member and Chicago rapper Shawnna. Later that year, he founded his Yung Boss imprint and production team Yung Bosses. Berg's debut single "Sexy Lady, which featured R&B; singer Junior, became a hit on Los Angeles urban radio, and he signed with Epic Records among many labels that approached him. Berg's six-track EP ''Almost Famous: The Sexy Lady EP'' was released in July 2007. "Sexy Lady" peaked at #18 on the Billboard 100. In 2008, Berg released another single "Sexy Can I", a collaboration with singer Ray J, then his debut album ''Look What You Made Me''. The second single was "Do That There", featuring Dude 'n' Nem, followed by "The Business", featuring Casha, which peaked at #33 on the Hot 100.

Yung Berg insulted Miami rapper Brisco on a video podcast. After singer Ne-Yo accused Berg of copying auto-tune vocal style from T-Pain and Lil Wayne, Berg posted a video blog criticizing Ne-Yo.

In December 2008, Berg began casting "exceptionally stand out beautiful dark skin/brown skin women to showcase beauty of all races" for a potential dating reality show that he would host. However, as evidenced by the trailer for his new TV Show, titled "Back In Business", it will not be a dating show.

In September 2009, was released his song "Baby I'm Back" featuring Jhene Aiko. He also appeared in the music video of singer Kat DeLuna's debut single "Whine Up." Yung Berg announced in an interview on Playboy Radio July 1, 2010 that the ''Last Train to Paris'' album by Diddy would feature songs they co-wrote and produced.

Discography

;Studio albums

2008: ''Look What You Made Me''

References

External links

Official site

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name	Kim Kardashian Humphries
birth name	Kimberly Noel Kardashian
birth date	October 21, 1980
birth place	Los Angeles, California, US
nationality	American
ethnicity	Armenian, Dutch, Scottish
net worth	$35million
years active	2007–present
known for	Reality show ''Keeping Up with the Kardashians'' and ''Kourtney and Kim Take New York''
occupation	Entrepreneur, actress, model, socialite
height
measurements	35D-26-40
spouse	Damon Thomas (2000-2004) Kris Humphries (2011-present)
parents	Robert Kardashian (father)Kris Jenner (mother)Bruce Jenner (stepfather)
relatives	Kourtney Kardashian (sister)Khloé Kardashian (sister)Robert Kardashian Jr. (brother)Kylie Jenner (half-sister)Kendall Jenner (half-sister)
website	http://kimkardashian.celebuzz.com/ }}

Kimberly "Kim" Kardashian Humphries (née Kimberly Noel Kardashian; October 21, 1980) is an American socialite, television personality, model, and actress. She is the daughter of late attorney Robert Kardashian, and is known for a sex tape with her former boyfriend Ray J as well as her E! reality series that she shares with her family, ''Keeping Up with the Kardashians''. Kardashian's prominence has increased as of January 2011 with the premiere of ''Kourtney and Kim Take New York'', the second spin-off of ''Keeping Up with the Kardashians'' (the first being ''Kourtney and Khloé Take Miami''), debuting on E!, with the series following Kim and sister Kourtney Kardashian as they leave Los Angeles to open a third D-A-S-H store in New York City.

Kardashian has launched multiple fragrances, guest starred on numerous shows, competed on ABC's ''Dancing with the Stars'', and has had roles in movies such as ''Disaster Movie'' and ''Deep in the Valley''. In 2010, Kardashian, along with her sisters Kourtney and Khloé, released an autobiography, ''Kardashian Konfidential''.

Early life

Kardashian was born in Los Angeles, California, the daughter of late attorney Robert Kardashian and Kris Jenner (née Houghton). Her father was a third generation Armenian American and her mother is of Dutch and Scottish descent. Her paternal great-grandparents immigrated to Los Angeles from historic Armenia (then part of the Ottoman Empire, now in Turkey). Her last name in Armenian (spelled Քարտաշեան in Armenian) means "son of a stonemason." Although only half Armenian, she states that she "was raised with a huge Armenian influence, always hearing stories of Armenia, eating Armenian food and celebrating Armenian holidays".

Kardashian has two sisters, Kourtney and Khloé, and one brother, Robert. She has stepbrothers Burton Jenner, Brandon Jenner, and reality TV star Brody Jenner, step-sister Casey Jenner, and half-sisters Kendall Jenner and Kylie Jenner.

She attended Marymount High School. During high school, Kardashian worked at her father's music marketing firm, Movie Tunes.

Career

2007–present: Reality television

Kardashian first rose to fame in February 2007 when she starred in a sex tape with R&B; singer Ray J. In October 2007 she along with her two sisters, mother, brother, half-sisters, and stepfather starred in the E! television series, ''Keeping Up with the Kardashians''. The series has aired five seasons to date, with two spin-off series.

Her first acting role was in the television series ''Beyond the Break''. She then starred in the 2008 disaster film spoof ''Disaster Movie'' as Lisa. Kardashian appeared in the ''How I Met Your Mother'' episode "Benefits". She also appeared on the Season 3 premiere of the series ''90210'' with her sisters Khloé and Kourtney; they all played themselves. Kardashian was a guest hostess of WrestleMania XXIV and appeared as a guest judge during Cycle 13 of ''America's Next Top Model''. On December 16, 2009, Kardashian made a guest star appearance on CBS's ''CSI: NY'' with Vanessa Minnillo.

Kardashian was one of 13 participants on the seventh season of ''Dancing with the Stars''. She was partnered with Mark Ballas and was the third contestant voted off the show on September 30, 2008, finishing in 11th place overall.

2007–2010: Modeling and retail

Kardashian co-owns a clothing boutique called D-A-S-H with her sisters Kourtney and Khloé.

In December 2007, Kardashian posed nude for ''Playboy''. She has also featured in numerous international editions of ''FHM'', including the cover of the April 2010 Australian edition and the UK March 2011 edition. In February 2008, Bongo Jeans announced that Kardashian would be their face model. She also models for Balenciaga shoes, Carl's Jr. fast food, Sugar Factory lollipops, and various other products.

Kardashian released her own fragrance product in 2010.

In March 2009, Kardashian launched an endorsement with ''ShoeDazzle'' shopping, of which she is the co-founder and chief fashion stylist.. The following month on April 9, 2009, Kardashian released a workout DVD series, ''Fit In Your Jeans By Friday,'' with trainers Jennifer Galardi and Patrick Goudeau. In September 2009, Fusion Beauty and Seven Bar Foundation launched "Kiss Away Poverty", with Kardashian as the face of the campaign. For every LipFusion lipgloss sold, $1 went to the Foundation to fund women entrepreneurs in the US.

Famous Cupcakes, a Los Angeles bakery, created a vanilla cupcake mix for Kardashian. The cupcake flavor is called Va-Va-Va-Nilla.

Kardashian has also created jewelry along with her sisters, Khloé and Kourtney. They produced a collection for ''Virgins, Saints, and Angels'' in 2010.

Again with her sisters, Kardashian has released various clothing lines. One called K-Dash was to be sold on QVC in 2010, and in the same year they produced a range for Bebe. As of August 2011 they are creating another for Sears, called the ''Kardashian Kollection''.

In addition, Kardashian and her sisters created a sunless tanner called Kardashian Glamour Tan in 2010.

On July 1, 2010, the New York City branch of Madame Tussauds revealed a wax figure of Kardashian.

2010–present

Kardashian is the producer of ''The Spin Crowd'', a reality television show about ''Command PR'', a New York City public relations firm, run by Jonathan Cheban and Simon Huck. The show follows them as they settle into their new offices in Los Angeles. Kardashian is friends with both, specifically Cheban, and frequently appears on her reality shows. She also appeared at the 2010 MTV VMAs on September 12, 2010. She also appeared in and was the subject and judge of a task on the ninth episode of Season 10 of ''The Apprentice'' in 2010; the two teams had to create an in-store display for her new perfume line, to be sold at Perfumania.

Kim, Kourtney, and Khloé wrote an autobiography entitled ''Kardashian Konfidential''. The book was released in stores on November 23, 2010.

In December 2010, Kardashian filmed a music video for a song titled "Jam (Turn It Up)," the video was directed by Hype Williams; Kanye West makes a cameo in the video. Kardashian premiered the song during a New Year's Eve party at TAO Las Vegas on December 31, 2010. The song was produced by The-Dream and Tricky Stewart. Kardashian said that she was forced into doing the song by friends such as Ciara, Kanye West, and "Turn It Up" producer The-Dream. When asked if an album is in the works, Kardashian replied: "There's no album in the works or anything – just one song we did for ''Kourtney and Kim Take New York'', and a video Hype Williams directed, half of the proceeds we're giving away to a cancer foundation, because The-Dream's and one of my parents passed away from cancer. It's just all having fun – with a good cause". Jim Farber, writing for the ''Daily News'', called the song a "dead-brained piece of generic dance music, without a single distinguishing feature," and suggested that the single made Kardashian the "worst singer in the reality TV universe."

Kardashian's 2010 earnings were the highest of any other reality star at $6 million.

A mainstream UK national newspaper, ''The Guardian'', has commented on her ability to attract payments of up to US$10,000 from sponsors for each tweet that she broadcasts, noting that she is "an American reality TV star whose sole talent lies in her large rump".

Personal life

Relationships

In 2000, Kardashian married music producer Damon Thomas; their relationship ended in divorce in 2004. Subsequently she dated R&B; singer Ray J, NFL star Reggie Bush and Dallas Cowboys wide receiver Miles Austin. She was also seen with model Gabriel Aubry. Kardashian then began dating NBA player Kris Humphries of the New Jersey Nets; they married on August 20, 2011 in Montecito, California. Kardashian and Humphries made $17.9 million on nuptials.

Sex tape

In February 2007, a pornographic home video she made with singer Ray J was leaked. Vivid Entertainment bought the rights for $1 million and released the film as ''Kim Kardashian: Superstar'' on February 21. Kardashian sued Vivid for ownership of the tape. In late April 2007, Kardashian dropped the suit and settled with Vivid Entertainment for $5 million.

Cookie Diet lawsuit

Dr. Sanford Siegal, the creator of the Cookie Diet, sued Kardashian, claiming she defamed him on Twitter. According to Siegal, Kardashian tweeted in October that he was "falsely promoting" that she was on the cookie diet. Siegal filed a claim in a Florida state court claiming the statements are false and defamatory. He also alleges that Kardashian was on QuickTrim's payroll when she posted the tweet. Kardashian's tweet appears to stem from an article on CookieDiet.com, that named Kardashian as one of many celebrities who saw positive results on the diet. Kardashian sent a cease-and-desist order to Siegal, demanding the link be removed.

Activism

Kardashian has supported the recognition of the Armenian Genocide on numerous occasions and has encouraged Barack Obama and the United States government to consider its acknowledgement. On April 21, 2011, a few days before the 96th anniversary of the Armenian Genocide, she has written about the issue on her blog in an effort to put it under spotlight and has also sent a tweet to her fans urging its recognition.

On April 1, 2010, Kardashian joined Cyndi Lauper in the launch of her Give a Damn campaign to create a wider awareness of discrimination against the LGBT community as part of her True Colors Fund.

However, she has also been on the receiving end of activism. Animal rights organization PETA has criticized her for repeatedly wearing fur coats, and named her as one of the five worst people or organizations of 2010 when it came to animal welfare.

Filmography

2007–present: ''Keeping Up with the Kardashians'' as Herself

2008: ''Dancing with the Stars'' as Herself

2008: ''Disaster Movie'' as Calvin's girlfriend, Lisa Taylor

2009: ''CSI: NY'' as Debbie Fallon (1 episode)

2009: ''Deep in the Valley'' as Summa Eve

2009: ''How I Met Your Mother'' as herself (1 episode)

2009: ''Beyond the Break'' as Elle (4 episodes)

2010: ''90210'' as herself (season 3 premiere)

2011–present: ''Kourtney and Kim Take New York''

References

External links

Official website

Kardashians join forces with Australian designer at Mediasearch

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Name	New Boyz
Background	group_or_band
Origin	Hesperia, California, United States
Genre	Hip hop
Years active	2008–present
Label	Shotty, Asylum, Warner Bros.
Website	www.thenewboyz.com
Current members	Legacy Ben J}}

New Boyz is an American hip hop/rap and jerkin crew duo made up of rappers Earl "Ben J" Benjamin (born October 13, 1991) and Dominic "Legacy" Thomas (born October 12, 1991) from Hesperia, California. They debuted in summer 2009 with their viral hit, "You're a Jerk", taken from their debut studio album ''Skinny Jeanz and a Mic'', released in September 2009. The song peaked in the top thirty of the Billboard Hot 100, and it was the first song to bring the jerkin' style to the national forefront. A second single, "Tie Me Down" featuring Ray J, was also successful and peaked in the top thirty.

Biography

Benjamin and Thomas met as freshmen at Hesperia High School. The two were originally rivals, but became friends over a common interest in music. Thomas began rapping at the age of eight after watching a music video by Bow Wow, but Benjamin did not have plans to pursue a musical career, instead, he intended to play football at San Diego State University. However, Benjamin decided to focus more on music after he discovered that Thomas was achieving success in rapping. With their October birthdays only a day apart, they pooled their gift money to buy recording equipment. Thomas then taught himself how to make beats for the group's songs with a computer program called Fruity Loops, saying "I had to teach myself. We didn’t want to pay for beats." After Thomas transferred to a new school, they decided to form a group. With Benjamin being "Ben J" and Thomas being "Legacy", they began performing together as the Swagger Boyz on July 4, 2008 and created a MySpace page to promote their self-published single "Colorz".

2009: ''Skinny Jeanz and a Mic''

In the summer of 2009, the New Boyz' single "You're a Jerk", based on the local dance style of jerkin', became a national hit. "You're a Jerk" peaked on #24 on the ''Billboard'' Hot 100 and #4 on the Hot Rap Tracks charts. The New Boyz' debut album ''Skinny Jeanz and a Mic'' was released in September 2009. Released by Shotty and Asylum Records, the album peaked at #56 on the ''Billboard'' 200 and #8 on the Top Rap Albums charts. "Tie Me Down", featuring Ray J, was the second single from the New Boyz' debut album; that song contained Auto-Tune. "Tie Me Down" peaked at #22 on the Hot 100 and #5 on the Hot Rap Tracks.

2010-present: ''Too Cool to Care''

In July 2010, New Boyz collaborated with Virgin Islands singer Iyaz on the song "Break My Bank", which peaked at number 68 on the ''Billboard Hot 100''. New Boyz will release their second studio album, ''Too Cool to Care'', on May 17, 2011. On the album, the duo plans to focus less on the "jerkin'" aspect of the music, instead emphasizing more diverse influences. Legacy stated that on the previous album, listeners "were more focused on these dudes wearing skinny jeans, 'they are making jerk stuff,' so that's why we made sure on this second album, we let it be known that we can go in." The group plans to experiment with other genres besides hip-hop, including rock. On February 15, 2011, New Boyz released their second single off the album "Backseat", which the song features The Cataracs and Dev.

Discography

Studio albums

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''Skinny Jeanz and a Mic''		* Release date: September 15, 2009	* Label: Shotty, Asylum Records	Compact disc>CD, music download	56	12	8
scope="row">''Too Cool to Care''		* Released date: May 17, 2011	* Label: Shotty, Asylum Records	* Format: CD, music download	41	9	7

Singles

4 5 10 12 18

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"You're a Jerk"		24	13	|	—	—	—	—	—		Recording Industry Association of America>US: Platinum
scope="row">"Tie Me Down" (featuring Ray J)	22	42	|	23	—	—	—	—		* US: Platinum<
scope="row">"Break My Bank" (featuring Iyaz)	2010	68	63	|	—	—	—	—	—
scope="row"	"Backseat" <	(featuring The Cataracs and Dev)		26	—	|	17	89	52	30	55		* US: Platinum
scope="row">"Better With the Lights Off" (featuring Chris Brown (American singer)	Chris Brown)	61	—	|	40	—	—	—	—

Promotional singles

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Awards and nominations

! Year	! Association	! Category	! Result
2010	BET Awards	Best Group

References

External links

Official site

New Boyz channel at Youtube

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