As reported earlier by allkpop, Korean artist Wheesung signed a contract with Universal Music and big name producer Rodney Jerkins (Dark Child) to make a US debut. Well today, it was confirmed that Jerkins will be joined by R&B superstar Ne-Yo in composing Wheesung's US debut album. It was also revealed that Ne-Yo himself will feature in one of Wheesung's songs. This unnamed song is gaining further attention worldwide as it was originally planned to be in Michael Jackson's new album. It doesn't get much bigger than that! An agent from Wheesung's agency Pop Up Entertainment stated, "Rodney Jerkins' staff recommended Wheesung to Ne-Yo and AKon. The two artists revealed their interest in working with Wheesung on the new album." Kim Hyun Suk, who was the one who introduced Wheesung to Jerkins, claimed, "Both AKon and Ne-Yo offered to collaborate with Wheesung. We had a delightful situation to worry about on who to pick out of the two. After a long discussion with Wheesung, we decided to accept Ne-Yo's offer. I am so proud of Wheesung." Wheesung also showed his happiness saying, "I am very excited and nervous about working with the best producer in the world and a star like Ne-Yo. It is such an honor that I will be singing a song that was supposed to be Michael Jackson's album. I will do my very best." Wheesung's Korean album will be released on October 8th prior to his American debut. This will be the popular singer's 6th album. Make sure to stay tuned to allkpop as more details of this epic debut surface!
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