Samuel Elliot "Sam" Roman, better known by his stage name RØMANS, is an English singer, songwriter, producer and multi-instrumentalist. He first gained mainstream recognition after being featured on Naughty Boy's "Home" and penning "My Loving," "Long Hard Look" and "Doubt" for Mary J. Blige, which were released on her thirteenth studio album, The London Sessions.Other artists he has penned for includes Kwabs, Clean Bandit and Olly Murs. 　　RØMANS was born in Pinner, Middlesex, which also is the birthplace and childhood residence of Elton John, who he cites as one of his key-influences. He taught himself to play guitar, cello, piano, drums, and saxophone, as well as teaching himself how to produce. His first gig was the Northwood Hills hotel at the age of 13, and he left school at 16 to pursue music full time.