Me (audio) — Ne-yo - Friend Like

: The production features a full live-sound feel, including piano by David Foster, drums by Vinnie Colaiuta, and bass by Brian Bromberg.

Ne-Yo ’s cover of was the lead single for the 2015 compilation album We Love Disney . Produced by 16-time Grammy winner David Foster , the track reimagines the high-energy showtune originally made famous by Robin Williams in Disney's 1992 animated classic, Aladdin . Musical Style & Production Ne-Yo - Friend Like Me (Audio)

: Chris Walden and David Foster provided the brassy horn and string arrangements that drive the song's energy. Visual Content : The production features a full live-sound feel,

The track shifts from the original’s Broadway-style theatrics to a and jive arrangement. Musical Style & Production : Chris Walden and

: The sound was heavily inspired by the big-band styles of Cab Calloway and jazz pianist Fats Waller .

Experience Ne-Yo’s smooth, jazzy take on the Genie’s iconic showstopper here: Ne-Yo - Friend Like Me (Audio) YouTube• Aug 17, 2015 Ne-Yo - Friend Like Me (Audio)

: The video includes brief clips of animation from the original 1992 film and several visual references to the Genie's character.