The Ashford & Simpson Songwriter’s Award

Estelle

"Thank You" – Estelle

An all-star songwriting team that includes Akon (aka Aliaune Thiam) and frequent Wyclef collaborator Jerry Duplessis helped Estelle deliver this heartfelt hit.

John Legend

"Tonight (Best You Ever Had)" – John Legend feat. Ludacris

John Legend, Luda, Miguel and production team the Phatboiz connected to create this soulful, pulsing groove.

Nas

"Daughters" – Nas

Nas and a group of classic-soul songwriters, who were responsible for the samples slickly woven together by producer No I.D., were behind this deeply moving standout.

R. Kelly

"Share My Love" – R. Kelly

A true renaissance man, R. Kelly wrote and produced this easy-to-step-to highlight from Write Me Back.

Usher

"Climax" – Usher

Usher and a team of songwriters including producer Diplo collaborated on this gorgeously understated electro-soul ballad that led the way for Looking 4 Myself.

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