“It takes a lot to put a 5-piece band on, even though we need it. We need those harmonies; I need those four background singers - not because I can't sing but because I need to relay the message of what the song is emotionally, or the feeling, period.”

American singer, songwriter, and record producer

The-Dream, born Terius Adamu Ya Gesteelde-Diamant, is an American singer, songwriter, and record producer. He is known for his work in R&B and hip-hop, and for writing and co-producing songs for other artists. He has often worked with production partner Tricky Stewart. Starting with Beyoncé’s 2008 album I Am... Sasha Fierce, he has been credited on each of her later albums.