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R&B artist
Stacy Barthe, a native of Long Island, New York, began her gradual ascent in the music industry as a songwriter and background vocalist in 2008, when she signed with Universal Music Publishing Group and co-wrote the song "Blur" for
Britney Spears'
Circus album.
Barthe soon became a frequently spotted name on composer credits for songs by high-profile artists such as
Cheryl Cole ("Heaven"),
Katy Perry ("Hummingbird Heartbeat"),
Rihanna (the number seven hit "Cheers [Drink to That]"),
Kelis ("22nd Century"),
Estelle ("Speak Ya Mind"),
Alicia Keys (two songs on
Girl on Fire), and
T.I. ("Sorry"). As a solo artist, she has released a number of independent projects, including Sincerely Yours, Stacy Barthe (featuring appearances from
Frank Ocean and
Luke James, 2010), In the Inbetween (2012), and
P.S. I Love You (2013). After Sincerely Yours (2014),
Barthe signed to the storied Motown label and released
BEcoming (2015). The album featured guest appearances from
Common and
John Legend. ~ Andy Kellman