Though not released yet, the song charted at number ninety-one on the Billboard Hot 100. It was one of four choices in a poll on Timbaland's website to vote for the fifth single from the album. The other choices included "Scream", "Miscommunication" and "One and Only". As of December 5, 2007, it had just 21% of the 5000+ votes, having "One and Only" lead the competition with 45%. It is featured on the popular EA Sports Game Madden NFL 08.
The song was released digitally in Portugal.
Release
Timbaland Lyrics
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Hey
Clap
Oh
I need you, girl (hey)
I really need you
I need you, girl
(Let me tell you something)
So feel the party codes (yeah)
With all my G's in the back (yeah)
Who needs a bodyguard? (yeah)
I think I need to...
Release
I am out of control
I'm out of body
Release
I am out of control
Who's here to party?
Release
I am out of control
I'm out of body
Release
I am out of control
I'm out of...
(Oh, yeah)
I push the party stars (yeah)
They just can't even see me (yeah)
We flame the party hard (yeah)
I think I need to...
Release
I am out of control
I'm out of body
Release
I am out of control
Who's here to party?
Release
I am out of control
I'm out of body
Release
I am out of control
Who holds the party strikes?
He keeps the party movin'
The club is over packed
Look, this can't wait till dawn
(Yeah)
We've got a video (yeah)
I think we are late for our shoot (yeah)
We had our video (yeah)
Hey, these girls ain't cute (yeah)
They want me to do my part (yeah)
But first I gotta...
Release
I am out of control
I'm out of body
Release
I am out of control
Who's here to party?
Release
I am out of control
I'm out of body
Release
I am out of control
The lyrics of Timbaland's "Release" featuring Justin Timberlake depict a party scene where the singer is expressing their desire to let go of all inhibitions and fully enjoy the experience. In the first verse, the singer mentions their need for a woman's company, indicating their desire to be in good company. They are feeling empowered and in control, with their "G's" having their back instead of requiring a bodyguard. The chorus repeatedly exclaims the need to "release," emphasizing their desire to let go of control and just enjoy the moment.
In the second verse, the singer talks about how they are setting the party's tone and flame with their actions it is apparent that they are quite popular and influential in this scene, saying that it's evident by the stars at this party. The bridge talks about partying hard until dawn, with a video shoot for the next day. The last line in this verse reveals that things aren't quite as wild as they seemed since the women wanting to be filmed are not up to the singer's standards. The chorus emphasizes yet again the singer's desire to release and have a good time.
Line by Line Meaning
Alright
Everything is good
Hey
Attention-grabbing interjection
Clap
Urging people to clap
Oh
Expression of excitement
I need you, girl (hey)
Addressing the desire for a specific person, with a casual greeting
I really need you
Emphasizing the strong desire for that person
I need you, girl
Repeating the desire for that person
(Let me tell you something)
Introducing a statement and requesting attention
I think am getting in charge (yeah)
Feeling a sense of power and control
So feel the party codes (yeah)
Encouraging people to embrace the party atmosphere
With all my G's in the back (yeah)
Acknowledging the presence of supportive friends
Who needs a bodyguard? (yeah)
Feeling confident and secure
I think I need to...
Preparing to take a specific action
Release
Letting go of inhibitions and self-control
I am out of control
Feeling unrestrained and free
I'm out of body
Feeling detached from oneself
Who's here to party?
Inviting others to join in the festive spirit
I push the party stars (yeah)
Showing off one's influence at the party
They just can't even see me (yeah)
Basking in the admiration of others
We flame the party hard (yeah)
Creating a fiery and intense party atmosphere
Who holds the party strikes?
Inquiring about who has the power to dominate the party
He keeps the party movin'
Acknowledging the person who keeps the party going
The club is over packed
Noticing the overcrowded club
Look, this can't wait till dawn
Realizing the party cannot end yet
(Yeah)
Expression of agreement
We've got a video (yeah)
Referring to a planned music video
I think we are late for our shoot (yeah)
Concerned about not being on time for the video shoot
We had our video (yeah)
Referring to a previously successful music video
Hey, these girls ain't cute (yeah)
Expressing disappointment about the appearance of some girls
They want me to do my part (yeah)
Referring to a specific role in the video
But first I gotta...
Prioritizing another action before fulfilling a commitment
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Anthem Entertainment, Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd., Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: XAVIER LORENZO MOSLEY, TIMOTHY JEROME PARKER, VINCENT SEGAL, TOM WILLIAM SHIMURA, SAUL WILLIAMS
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