Ne-Yo "Absolutely” Regrets Not Signing Justin Bieber

Ne-Yohas exclusively toldJustin Bieber.

The Trey Songzand support from Chipmunk, previously passed on the chance to snap-up the Usherto land a deal with the 16-year old, the singer replied: “Absolutely…I absolutely regret not signing him. He is hugely talented.”

Ne-Yo went onto explain that the main reason he declined to sign Bieber was that he: “didn’t know what music to make with an 11-year old boy.”

He continued: “If I had signed him, it probably would have worked out the same as Justin is hugely talented and deserves the success…"

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Despite admitting his mistake, the Beautiful Monster singer also discussed that he is now writing material for Justin’s forthcoming album.

The R&B crooner admitted: “I am writing for Justin but I’m finding it kinda hard as it’s a long time since I was 16-years old. “

He added: “At the moment, I’m just playing around with a few ideas for him.”
 

Full Ne-Yo with Trey Songz and Chipmunk UK tour dates:

Tuesday 22nd February 2011 -  SECC & Clyde Auditorium, Glasgow

Wednesday 23rd February 2011 - Liverpool Echo Area

Friday 25rd February 2011 – MEN Arena, Manchester

Saturday 26th February 2011 – The 02 Arena, London

Sunday 27th February 2011 – The 02 Arena, London

Wednesday 2nd March 2011 – National Indoor Arena, Birmingham

Thursday 3rd March 2011 – Metro Radio Arena, Newcastle Upon Tyne

By Joanne Dorken