Five Iconic Songs Written By The-Dream
As we celebrate the 46th birthday of Terius Youngdell Nash, better known as The-Dream, we wanted to shine a spotlight on his remarkable songwriting skills. The-Dream's pen has gifted us with countless musical gems that have become iconic. Here are five unforgettable songs written by The-Dream.
"Umbrella" by Rihanna (2007)
One of The-Dream's early masterpieces, "Umbrella" was initially turned down by Mary J. Blige and Britney Spears. Ultimately, the song was performed by Rihanna and featured Jay-Z. The-Dream made around $15 million from this 2007 single.
"Me Against the Music" (2003)
Although Britney missed out "Umbrella," four years before, The-Dream co-wrote her duet with Madonna. It was a top 40 hit for Madge and Brit -- and another page in history for The-Dream.
"Love in This Club" by Usher featuring Young Jeezy (2008)
The-Dream's co-wrote the seductive "Love in This Club." Usher's smooth vocals combined with The-Dream's sultry lyrics made this R&B hit a staple in the club scene and Usher's discography.
"Baby" by Justin Bieber featuring Ludacris (2010)
The-Dream's ability to craft chart-toppers was evident in "Baby." He co-wrote this song that was sung by Justin Bieber and featuring Ludacris. This infectious track catapulted Bieber to superstardom and continues to be a beloved pop classic.
"All of the Lights" by Kanye West featuring Rihanna and Kid Cudi (2010)
"All of the Lights" is a prime example of The-Dream's collaborative songwriting talent. He contributed to this Kanye West song, which features Rihanna and Kid Cudi. The song's vivid storytelling earned it two Grammys and charted in the top 20 of the Billboard Hot 100.
Happy birthday to The-Dream!
