Marvin Gaye once said, “Great artists suffer for the people.” Soul singer/songwriter, Gio Washington, is not only inspired by the artist who spoke those words, but also a true manifestation of the sentiment behind them. Suffering has been his freedom song, tragedy has been his triumph, and grace has led to his unwavering gratitude for life. Gio is no stranger to the entertainment industry and the world for that matter. From Los Angeles to Sweden, Trackmasters to G-Unit, Dr. Dre to TI, or his stint with 50 Cent, Gio’s talents have been honed by his experience, respected by legends, and co-signed by Grammy award winners. With an incredibly unique voice, a renewed vigor for life after an almost fatal car accident, and some game-changing material, Gio Washington is ready to claim the R&B throne that previously eluded him. From his debut album, “Another State of Mind” in 2000, to his Grand Hustle/Atlantic Records project, “Son of Pain,” he dropped in 06’, Gio has always elevated the genre with each release. This time around will be no different as he is slated to bare his soul to the world in a way that is unequivocally unique yet fascinatingly familiar via his personal soundscape, “I Give You Me.”