“Whenever I am faced with someone spreading negativity in my relationship, I remember the old saying, 'Misery loves company.' I am also reminded to be mindful of the company you keep. Sometimes you cannot see a hater until you are happy. It is then that they demonstrate their negativity.”

American singer-songwriter

Raheem DeVaughn is an American singer-songwriter known for his R&B recordings and charting albums. He released his debut album, The Love Experience, in 2005 through Jive Records. His second album, Love Behind the Melody, reached number five on the Billboard 200 and brought wider critical praise. Its singles “Woman” and “Customer” both appeared on the Billboard Hot 100, and “Woman” was nominated for Best Male R&B Vocal Performance at the 50th Annual Grammy Awards. His third album, The Love & War MasterPeace, continued that success, reached the Billboard 200 top ten, and was his final album for Jive.