Ne-yo - - Should Be You (feat. Fabolous & Diddy)

: The track is celebrated for its Salaam Remi production, which utilizes an upbeat drum track and discordant suspended chords to create an "intoxicating" and nostalgic atmosphere.

: Known for his slick wordplay, Fabolous kicks off the track with a verse that adds a modern rap edge to the nostalgic production. Ne-Yo - Should Be You (Feat. Fabolous & Diddy)

New Music: Ne-Yo f/ Fabolous & Diddy - 'Should Be You' ... With just over a week to go until his R.E.D. album drops on November 6, : The track is celebrated for its Salaam

New Music: Ne-Yo f/ Fabolous & Diddy - 'Should Be You' ... With just over a week to go until his R.E.D. album drops on November 6, New Music: Ne-Yo f/ Fabolous & Diddy - 'Should Be You' With just over a week to go until his R

: Released on the R.E.D. (Deluxe Edition) on January 1, 2012, under Island Def Jam/Motown , it served as a more hip-hop-centric offering compared to the electronic-pop leanings of some other tracks on the album.

The song explores themes of regret and emotional longing within the context of a new relationship. Ne-Yo described the core concept as the realization that while you are with someone new and attractive, your heart truly belongs to a former partner.

: The song is often cited as a standout collaboration between Ne-Yo and Fabolous, building on their history of hits like " Make Me Better ".