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BY: GURU JAY

For over a decade, Usher was on top. Right now he is a superstar. When you create great music nothing else matters. Usher’s greatness is unquestionable.

Without question, LinkedIn and Monster.com couldn’t have charted him a better career path. Musicians can live comfortably off of one hit wonders. That’s why Usher can take breaks. The artist has produced a dozen number 1’s.

If he’s not moving mountains, he’s making love in this club. The superstar cites Marvin Gaye as a major influence. Their styles are similar and so are their lyrics. Trading Places sounds a lot like Marvin. Do you know the words to Sexual Healingand Let’s Get It On?

Have you been to any of Usher’s concerts? Groupies obsess over him because he is personable and seductive. Usher previously stated he works out before every performance. I wonder if his physical fitness attracts honeys.

When you’re high up on everybody’s VIP list, how do you keep your ear to the ground? Although he’s a multimillionaire, Usher isn’t out of touch. I believe it’s because he realizes that he is fortunate. Plus, like Maxwell, he’s never sang a song with all his might!

How many times have his albums went platinum? Who else has won 8 Grammys?

What is more, in the noisy entertainment world Usher is mellow.

Can you picture the mononymousentertainer touring with Justin Timberlake?

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Astronomy teaches you they’re a trillion stars. However, Hollywood teaches you a superstar is a rare sighting. Luckily, Usher was born into the industry. In fact, his mother managed his career for a while when he was younger.

You see the constellations must align accordingly. You must wait patiently for everything to connect. Ironically, Nice & Slow accelerated the celeb’s career.

Usher is a superstar because he decided to shepherd the flock instead of following the herd.

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BY: GURU JAY

Maxwell independently produces his music. So the media rarely features the singer/songwriter in headlines. Still, the soulful musician ranks favorably in the upper echelon.

Maxwell is a mixture of Al Green and Marvin Gaye. Who’s smoother in style and voice than Maxwell? His closest contemporaries are Justin Timberlake, Usher, and Robin Thicke.

Preservation is key in all things; and, Maxwell has preserved his vocal chords allowing him more minutes in the studio and show time. His passion inspires and engages many listeners.

The media always glosses over Miguel’s excellence. They magnify Bruno Mars and Katy Perry at the expense of other great music artists. Miguel may not have 2 billion YouTube views or 10 million fake Twitter followers, but he has an authentic sound.

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Along with strong songwriting skills, Miguel has Beethoven’s ear and Van Gogh’s eye for detail. When Miguel starts touring the world, his target audience will gravitate to him because he’s already laid a firm foundation. Furthermore, it’s critical for celebrities to raise their profiles.

I can literally listen to only Maxwell and Miguel music all day. This Woman’s Work and Adorn are two of my favorites. Name your favorite Maxwell and Miguel songs.

While driving from class, I frequently heard Miguel’s Sure Thing on the radio. I eventually found the song on YouTube and learned more about Miguel. Now, I’m a big a fan. By the way, Sure Thing should have won a Grammy.

Since music changed, musicians had to adopt. What is more, Maxwell and Miguel forever changed music because they’re uniquely different from typical singers. Neither artist is against experimenting. In fact, they’re known to try new things.

Beyoncé, Mariah Carey and Alicia Keys have collaborated with Maxwell and Miguel. Divas bring their most expensive goods. And the best work with the best.

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