Armando Christian Pérez, known professionally as Pitbull, is an American rapper, singer, songwriter, and record producer. Pérez initially began his career in the early 2000s, recording reggaeton, latin hip hop and crunk music under a multitude of labels. In 2004, Pitbull released his debut album M.I.A.M.I.

"Hate That I Love You" is a song by Barbadian R&B singer Rihanna, released as a third single from her third studio album, Good Girl Gone Bad. It features R&B singer Ne-Yo, who had worked with Rihanna previously, contributing to her 2006 hit "Unfaithful". The song was produced by Stargate, who also produced Rihanna's 2006 song "Unfaithful" and "Sexy Love" by Ne-Yo. It is noted, along with another Stargate production on the album, for having a similar structure and melody to their other works. The song was nominated for Best R&B Song and Best R&B Performance By A Duo Or Group With Vocals at the 50th Grammy Awards.

First single pulled from the R&B superstar's 2007 sophomore album of the same name. Features 'Because Of You' plus his big hit 'Sexy Love' taken from his debut album. Mercury.