Naughty Boy

Naughty Boy, born Shahid Khan on January 1, 1985, is a British DJ, songwriter, and record producer who rose to prominence in the early 2010s as one of the UK's most sought-after hitmakers. In 2012 he signed a publishing deal with Sony ATV and a recording contract with Virgin EMI Records, launching himself both as a producer under the Naughty Boy name and as a solo artist, later founding his own production company, Naughty Boy Recordings.

His breakthrough as a lead artist came with «La La La», featuring Sam Smith, a global chart-topping single that showcased his knack for blending soulful vocals with polished electronic production. He followed with further hits such as «Runnin' (Lose It All)» and «Should've Been Me», cementing a signature sound that merges pop, R&B, and electronic textures with a strong emphasis on emotive, radio-ready songwriting.

Beyond his own singles, Naughty Boy has built a reputation as a producer and collaborator across the British pop and R&B landscape, working with a range of vocalists to craft accessible, hook-driven records. His output reflects the broader 2010s UK pop sound, where dance-influenced production met mainstream songwriting, and his early partnership with Sam Smith in particular helped shape both artists' rise to international recognition.