Justin Bieber wasn’t the only one making moves on the “America’s Got Talent” finale. Dressed in all white, Ne-Yo showed what he’s working with while performing his single “Let Me Love You (Until You Learn to Love Yourself)” as laser beams shot across the stage.

The dance record has become Motown’s first No. 1 single in the U.K. in 20 years and Ne-Yo’s fifth overall. He made sure to remind viewers that his new album R.E.D. drops on November 6.

On what would have been his 54th birthday, some of the artists Michael Jackson inspired gathered to celebrate his birthday and the 25th anniversary of his iconic album Bad. Melanie Fiona, Ne-Yo, and Swizz Beatz were among those who paid tribute to the King of Pop by covering his Bad classics at the BAD25 Pepsi & Billboard Summer Beats Celebration at Gotham Hall in New York City on Wednesday night.

“Is the world ready to celebrate Michael Jackson?” asked Melanie Fiona, who served up a soulful set of her own hits plus covers of “Dirty Diana” and “Bad.”

Ne-Yo channeled his idol on “Smooth Criminal” and “The Way You Make Me Feel,” and dueted with his artist RaVaughn Brown on “I Just Can’t Stop Loving You.” “You try Michael Jackson songs and hope that it works, so with that said I hope I made Mike proud just now,” said the R&B gent, who also performed new material off his upcoming album R.E.D., due in November.

A 25th anniversary edition of Bad featuring remixes, remastered hits, and unreleased demos will be released on September 18.

If you missed the live stream, you can watch some of the highlights below.

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Ne-Yo has been criticized for “going pop” with his dance singles including “Closer” and his latest “Let Me Love You.” But the Grammy-winning crooner has some words for those who say he’s lost touch with his R&B roots.

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Ne-Yo showcased his new music and new image during his appearance on Wednesday’s “106 & Park.” The R&B gentleman shared his workout regime (“It’s about how much you eat and when you eat”), getting an early start as a songwriter at age 9, and his upcoming album R.E.D. (Realizing Every Dream), due September 18. He also seduced the ladies in the audience (and showed off his fit physique) while performing “Lazy Love.”

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Rick Ross has declared God Forgives, I Don’t the best album of the year. While the verdict is still out, the Bawse makes a convincing argument with high-profile features from André 3000, Dr. Dre, Jay-Z, and more. The album also includes the fourth installment in his “Maybach Music” series.

Instead of filling it with rap features like in the past, MMG’s commander-in-chief goes at it alone on the epic J.U.S.T.I.C.E. League production save for some smooth vocals from Ne-Yo.

Listen to Rozay in all his glory.

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Ne-Yo is a dancing machine in the video for “Let Me Love You (Until You Learn to Love Yourself),” the new single off his upcoming album R.E.D., due September 18. The R&B gentleman puts some slick moves on the dance floor (and his girl) in the dance-heavy clip. He bares his toned physique in the bedroom, as he shows his lady just what she’s been missing. This is Ne-Yo like you’ve never seen him before.

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After slowing it down with “Lazy Love,” Ne-Yo returns to the dance floor with “Let Me Love You (Until You Learn to Love Yourself),” the new single off his upcoming album R.E.D., due September 18. “I would like to show you what true love can really do,” sings the R&B crooner over the synth-heavy Stargate and SIA production. A video has already been shot with director Christopher Sims (Cassie’s “King of Hearts”).

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Timbaland and Ne-Yo fire up the dance floor in the video for their party anthem “Hands in the Air” off the Step Up Revolution soundtrack. The beat maestro holds court at the bar with the film’s star Kathryn McCormick, while the R&B gentleman gets his own private show in the red room. Timbo soaks clubgoers with paint as they continue to work up a sweat. The dance-heavy clip features footage from the movie and members of the cast, who wow with their fancy footwork. Make your move.

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