Cassie

Cassie Ventura, an American singer, dancer, actress, and model, started her musical journey in 2004 upon meeting producer Ryan Leslie and subsequently signing with his record label, NextSelection Lifestyle Group. In 2006, her debut single "Me & U" reached number three on the Billboard Hot 100, marking the start of a promising career. This success was followed by her self-titled debut studio album, which peaked at number four on the Billboard 200. Her single "Official Girl" featuring Lil Wayne, released in 2008, further solidified her presence in the music industry.

Aside from her singing career, Ventura also ventured into acting and modeling. She has appeared in films like "Step Up 2: The Streets" (2008) and "The Perfect Match" (2016). In the modeling industry, Ventura has collaborated with top-tier agencies such as Wilhelmina Models and One Management, and has represented brands like Calvin Klein, ASOS, Adidas, Abercrombie & Fitch, and Clean & Clear. Her work has graced the pages of magazines including GQ, Seventeen, and Bust.

Ventura's career boasts of several awards and nominations, testament to her talent and hard work. Her debut album sold 321,000 copies in the United States, and its lead single "Me & U" has over 1 million digital downloads. She has performed on Total Request Live and 106 & Park: BET's Top 10 Live to promote her album. She has released several singles through her own Ventura Music label, including "Moments", "Excuses", "Hungover", "Don't Let Go", "Speaking Of", "Rollercoaster" featuring Ro James, "Teach Me", and "Simple Things". Her mixtape "RockaByeBaby", released in 2013, was named the best mixtape of the year by Dazed & Confused.