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Raheem DeVaughn
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Every songwriter worth his weight in catchy hooks has a story to tell-one that is gripping and compelling in its intensity. Raheem DeVaughn is that gifted storyteller, a young man with volumes of short stories that have found their way to The Love Experience, his stellar debut album.
DeVaughn’s story begins with music-his mother’s vinyl collection to be exact. “I always loved music so I would sneak into her record collection when she wasn’t around and play her stuff,” says DeVaughn. Although his parents were not together, his father, noted jazz musician Abdul Wadud, was an influence as well. “Music was just always around me”, says DeVaughn. “I can remember at a very young age, standing in my mother’s living room, listening to music and saying to myself, ‘I’m going to be an entertainer.’ It was that simple for me. I think I just always knew.”
The dream would have to wait some time to come to fruition. DeVaughn graduated from High Point High School in Beltsville, Maryland and then headed to nearby Coppin State. It was the first day of college that would change the course of his life. “I saw a group of guys standing outside singing, Boyz II Men style,” remembers DeVaughn. “I just went up there and started harmonizing with them. Before I knew what was going on, I was in a group, cutting class to write lyrics and record.” Although the group did not last, the direction DeVaughn’s life was about to take would have a lasting effect on his music. After winning $2,000.00 in a talent show at Bar None, a Washington D.C.
DeVaughn’s story begins with music-his mother’s vinyl collection to be exact. “I always loved music so I would sneak into her record collection when she wasn’t around and play her stuff,” says DeVaughn. Although his parents were not together, his father, noted jazz musician Abdul Wadud, was an influence as well. “Music was just always around me”, says DeVaughn. “I can remember at a very young age, standing in my mother’s living room, listening to music and saying to myself, ‘I’m going to be an entertainer.’ It was that simple for me. I think I just always knew.”
The dream would have to wait some time to come to fruition. DeVaughn graduated from High Point High School in Beltsville, Maryland and then headed to nearby Coppin State. It was the first day of college that would change the course of his life. “I saw a group of guys standing outside singing, Boyz II Men style,” remembers DeVaughn. “I just went up there and started harmonizing with them. Before I knew what was going on, I was in a group, cutting class to write lyrics and record.” Although the group did not last, the direction DeVaughn’s life was about to take would have a lasting effect on his music. After winning $2,000.00 in a talent show at Bar None, a Washington D.C.
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mommie71 wrote:
Beautiful song...........
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Miss_Va_Jackee wrote:
Okay is he supposed to re-release his album, because which album is Text Messages supposed to be on?
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LipstikActivist wrote:
Shout out to another DC resident.. with music that is beyond beautiful.. I'll never forget that appearance alongside Bilal @ the Black Cat last winter. DOPE.
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CrystalHanton wrote:
Beautiful
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Rumpeline wrote:
;)
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UrbanFabulous wrote:
Saw RD live twice! The first time, he was clearly amazing...but, the second time, on the Jill Scott tour, he was sooooooo sexy! His voice is amazing and his live show is so good. If you get a chance to see him, don't miss!
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maxwellveli wrote:
NEW MAXWELL SONG! Finally! True Maxwell fans I heard a demo of a new Maxwell song. I heard from a inside source at the label that he is working with some producer named Fanatic who has produced Beyonce, Michael Jackson, Anthony Hamilton, Raheem DeVaughn. The song is on his youtube page. go to www.youtube.com/alphabigmama The song is called "Test Drive".
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heypaulad wrote:
I saw him live for the 1st time at the HOB in Orlando and the performance was fire!!!!!
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Lirene123 wrote:
vote for new pics guys!
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rogersc wrote:
Just started listening to Love Behind The Melody + I love it!
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mind_Trick wrote:
lovin Marathon
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deltasweetness wrote:
Mo Better is hot!!
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RussJack wrote:
Love the creativity of your first cd, "The Love Experience" all the tracks are ON! You go my brotha! Keep the ladies on the edge of their seats! On the West coast, ppl was asleep, but now they're awake to you!! Keep up the good music and harmony too! I just love it all! Peace, Love, and Togetherness Always!
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TwistedLogic20 wrote:
hes cute
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DaBuddha wrote:
LOVE his music.. but sad at the fact that he's more commercial this time around
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Throwbacks wrote:
Remix is fiyah!!
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NASIRismyhero wrote:
Marathon is pure amazement.
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NgApUhIzPhYnEsT wrote:
LOVE THIS DUDE! He's proberly ur Favorite R&B Singer Favorite R&B Singer... LOL
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KtM407 wrote:
Ew, what a gross picture. This dude needs to get rid of that mustache. I liked this song better when I thought he wasn't ugly.
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KenessaRenee wrote:
Closer(wont be Long) that jus has to b my song for all time BIG UPS to the renewal of real music!!!!!!!!!
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