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Rico Love, born Richard Preston Butler Jr. on December 3, 1982, in New Orleans, grew up across Milwaukee and Harlem, shaping a prolific career as a songwriter, producer, and performer. He founded Division1 in 2010, a label that partnered with Universal Motown/Interscope and later operated independently as Division1/D1MG. Through his work behind the scenes and on stage, Rico Love has become a trusted name in R&B and pop, known for his melodic sensibility and knack for crafting enduring hits.