Esther Renay Dean (born April 15, 1982), better known by her stage name
Ester Dean, is an American singer, songwriter, record producer, and actress. Her 2009 single "
Drop It Low" featured singer
Chris Brown. Dean has also co-written songs for many artists including
Christina Aguilera,
Katy Perry,
Beyoncé,
Priyanka Chopra,
Mary J. Blige,
Nicki Minaj,
Kelly Clarkson,
Ciara,
The Pussycat Dolls,
Usher,
Kelly Rowland,
Girlicious,
Keri Hilson,
Rihanna,
R. Kelly,
Britney Spears,
Melody Thornton,
Vanessa White,
Kevin McHale,
Selena Gomez,
G.R.L.,
Soulja Boy Tell 'Em,
Pia Toscano,
Tinie Tempah,
Lil Wayne,
Machine Gun Kelly and
Eurovision Song Contest 2012 winner
Loreen.