Lloyd Polite Jr., born on January 3, 1986, is a talented American R&B singer hailing from New Orleans, Louisiana, and raised in Decatur, Georgia. His musical journey began as a member of the preteen-boy band N-Toon, established by Joyce Irby in 1996. Transitioning to a solo career, Lloyd signed with Irv Gotti’s Murder Inc. Records, affiliated with Def Jam Recordings in 2003. His debut single ‘Southside’ featuring Ashanti, released in 2004, achieved notable success, entering the top 40 of the Billboard Hot 100 and setting the stage for his first album, ‘Southside’. Subsequent albums like ‘Street Love’ in 2007 and ‘Lessons in Love’ in 2008 showcased his versatility and artistry, with hits like ‘You’ featuring Lil Wayne and ‘Get It Shawty’. Embarking on a new chapter, Lloyd joined Zone 4, a record label under Interscope Records, delivering the acclaimed ‘King of Hearts’ in 2011, highlighted by tracks like ‘Lay It Down’ and ‘Dedication to My Ex (Miss That)’ featuring André 3000 and Lil Wayne. After a hiatus, he released the platinum-certified single ‘Tru’ in 2016, leading up to his independent album ‘Tru’. In 2019, Lloyd participated in The Millennium Tour, uniting with other early-2000s R&B artists for a memorable musical experience. Beyond music, Lloyd showcased his acting skills in TV series and made a remarkable film debut, portraying Gregory Williams in The Bobby Debarge Story.