Ne-Yo - Mad Lyrics

Frequently Asked Questions

1. Who wrote and produced the song 'Mad' by Ne-Yo?

   'Mad' was written by Ne-Yo along with Stargate, the Norwegian production team consisting of Mikkel Storleer Eriksen and Tor Erik Hermansen. The production was also handled by Stargate and Ne-Yo himself.

2. What album is 'Mad' by Ne-Yo from?

   'Mad' is from Ne-Yo's third studio album, 'Year of the Gentleman,' which was released in 2008.

3. What is the theme of the music video for 'Mad'?

   The music video for 'Mad,' directed by Diane Martel, depicts Ne-Yo arguing with his girlfriend (played by Faune Chambers). Following a car accident, it is revealed that Ne-Yo's character in the video is actually a ghost, having died while trying to save a child. The video mirrors themes from 'The Sixth Sense.'

4. When did the music video for 'Mad' premiere?

   The music video for 'Mad' premiered on AOL on November 25, 2008.

5. What is notable about the key and tempo of 'Mad'?

   'Mad' is recorded in the key of F♯ major (written in G major) with a tempo of 87 beats per minute. The song follows a chord progression of Bmaj9 – C♯/E♯ – F♯, and Ne-Yo's vocal range in the song spans from C♯4 to G♯5.

6. How does the music video for 'Mad' relate to another Ne-Yo song?

   The music video for 'Mad' is a sequel to Ne-Yo's song 'Part of the List,' which was released in April 2009. The narrative in the 'Mad' video continues and resolves in the 'Part of the List' video.