Elliot Straite,[1] also known by his pseudonym Dr. Freeze, is an American singer, songwriter and record producer. His songs are mostly in the new jack swing style.

He wrote and produced the hit song "I Wanna Sex You Up" by R&B boy band Color Me Badd,[2] wrote and produced "Poison" by Bell Biv DeVoe, and co-wrote and co-produced "Break of Dawn" for Michael Jackson's album Invincible.[3]

Discography

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As songwriter

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Awards and nominations

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Year Nominee / work Award Result Ref.
1992 "I Wanna Sex You Up" Grammy Award for Best Rhythm & Blues Song Nominated [4]

References

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  1. ^ "Bell Biv Devoe – She's Dope! (Vinyl) at Discogs". discogs. October 26, 1991. Retrieved April 8, 2015.
  2. ^ Sorcinelli, Gino (September 2, 2019). "How Did Dr. Freeze and Hitman Howie Tee Make The Beat for Color Me Badd's "I Wanna Sex You Up?"". Micro-Chop. Retrieved December 7, 2021.
  3. ^ "Interview With Dr Freeze | Michael Jackson World Network". February 5, 2011. Retrieved December 7, 2021.
  4. ^ "Dr. Freeze | Artist | GRAMMY.com". www.grammy.com. Retrieved December 4, 2023.