Ester Dean

Ester Dean
Name	Ester Renay Dean
Born	(1986-04-15) April 15, 1986
Genres	R&B, hip hop, pop
Years Active	2009–present
Labels	Roc Nation / Interscope
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Ester Renay Dean (frequently credited incorrectly as Esther Dean, born on April 15, 1986) is an American singer and songwriter, and actor (2012's 'Pitch Perfect'), and record producer signed to Zone 4 Records/Interscope Records. She is most notable for her dual appearance on Rio: Music From The Motion Picture (2011) and her 2009 US hit single "Drop It Low", which featured singer Chris Brown. Dean has also written songs with many artists including Nicki Minaj, Katy Perry, Beyoncé, Mary J. Blige, and many others.

Collaborations with Minaj

Vocals

• "Gimmie Money"
• "Pills N Potions" (additional chorus vocals only)
• "Shakin' It 4 Daddy" (additional chorus vocals only)
• "Super Bass" (additional chorus vocals only)
• "We Are"

Co-writing & production

• "All Things Go" (written, produced)
• "Beautiful Sinner" (written)
• "Hey Mama" (written)
• "I'm Legit" (written)
• "Letting Go (Dutty Love)" (written)
• "Lil Freak" (written)
• "Pills N Potions" (written)
• "Right by My Side" (written)
• "Shakin' It 4 Daddy" (written)
• "Super Bass" (written)
• "Turn Me On" (written)
• "We Are" (written)
• "Win Again" (written)
• "Woohoo" (written)