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Taio Cruz
In high demand from Simon Cowell to write songs for his 'X Factor' contestants,
Taio Cruz quickly earned pop mogul status. Raised in London by a Nigerian father
and Brazilian mother, he first rose to prominence in 2004, co-writing Will
Young's BRIT Award-winning single 'Your Game'. He produced, arranged, sang and
wrote his own debut album 'Departure' (2008), including the smooth urban pop
singles 'Come On Girl' and 'She's Like a Star', before collaborating with Tinchy
Stryder on the hit single 'Take Me Back'.
'Break Your Heart' gave him his first UK number one single in 2009 b...
