Songz was born Tremaine Aldon Neverson on November 28, 1984, in Petersburg, Virginia. Raised a military brat, he recognized his vocal abilities at the age of 14. Reluctant to sing, he began performing with encouragement by friends and family. Record producer Troy Taylor discovered Songz during a talent show, which led him to a record contract with Atlantic Records. After graduating from high school, Songz moved to New Jersey to begin his music career.
2004–2006: I Gotta Make It
While recording his debut album, Songz released mixtapes under the alias Prince of Virginia. He made an “answer track” to R. Kelly’s “Trapped in the Closet”, entitled “Open the Closet”.His debut album, I Gotta Make It was released in July 2005 by Atlantic Records. It debuted at number 20 on the Billboard 200, domestically selling over 10,000 copies in its first week of sales. Songz’s debut album yielded the singles Gotta Make It, debuted on the Billboard Hot 100 at number 87, and on the Hot R&B/Hip-Hop Songs charts at numbber 21, becoming his first Top 40 R&B hit. Another single, Gotta Go, peaked at number 67 on the Hot 100 and on the Hot R&B/Hip-Hop Songs, at number 99.
2007–2008: Trey Day
Songz released his second studio album, Trey Day, in October 2007. The album again had only featured guest appearances by Bun B, who appeared on the opening track, and Jim Jones. Production on Songz’s second album had included, Bryan-Michael Cox, R. Kelly, James Harris, Terry Lewis, Andrew Harr, Bernard Freeman, Floyd Hills, alongside Tamir “Nokio” Ruffin, Justin Haro, and M.S. Eriksen. The album debuted at number 11 on the Billboard 200, selling more units than his previous album, I Gotta Make It. The lead single, “Wonder Woman”, peaked at number 54 on the Hot R&B/Hip-Hop Songs chart, but failed to chart on the Billboard Hot 100.
The second single, “Can’t Help but Wait”, peaked at number 14 on the Billboard Hot 100, and at number two on the Hot R&B/Hip-Hop Songs chart; it became Songz’s highest charting debut on the Hot 100, and his first-charting R&B single on the R&B charts.[citation needed] “Can’t Help But Wait” charted at number 74 on the Billboard Pop 100 in February 2008. The third single off of “Trey Day”, “Last Time”, peaked on number 69 on the Billboard Hot 100, and at number nine on the Hot R&B/Hip-Hop Songs. In 2008, Songz was nominated for a BET Award for Best Male R&B Artist.
2009–present: Ready
In 2009, “Can’t Help but Wait” earned Songz a nomination for Best Male R&B Vocal Performance at the 2009 Grammy Awards ceremony. He announced the upcoming release of his third album, Ready, scheduled to be released in September 2009. Ready is preceded by the first single, “I Need a Girl”. Furthermore, a companion video to “Brand New”, was released in March 2009. Possible collaborators on Ready include Fabolous, Ne-Yo, Nelly, J. Holiday, Drake, Chris Brown, The Game, amongst others. Production is set to come from the likes of Stargate, Jermaine Dupri and Jim Jonsin.
Prior to the release of Ready, Songz released a mixtape titled Anticipation in June 2009 through his blog. This mixtape is the second mixtape released by Trey Songz in 2009, with the first being titled Genesis. Genesis was a collection of Trey Songz first recordings when he was fifteen years old and was released to show his fans the dedication that he had to making a record when he was young.
Grub On
Trey Songz Lyrics
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I know a place not farits 5 oclock in the morning when the clubs are closed
Shorty lets go get our grub on
I had way to much to drink and I to get sober so lets go get our grub on
Baby lets get out of here from here where I can get that grub on
I said my stomachs growling so crazy
Can you please feed me baby
Girl let me get my grub on
[Bridge]
I don't want no cheese stake or eggs (I don't have a taste for that)
Don't want no pancakes or bacon (I don't have a taste for that)
But I need something for filling thats go fill appetite
Girl your the only one that can make it alright
[Chorus]
Will you be my Ihop baby
Can I place my order
Food in here is crazy
24 hours
Round the clock it open
Baby heres a tip
You hop on to of me
I hop on top of you
[Verse 2]
I'm thinking of going for seconds
Maybe some desert yeah I still wanna get my grub on
And when I taste the coffee with sugar and creme
This spot is where I belong nooooo
Cake with cream soda so divine I can eat you all the time
Is there a doggy bag I can take home
Telling you if you might taste it
And I think you better call your waitress
Cause I hops open till the early morning
[Bridge]
I don't want no cheese stake or eggs (I don't have a taste for that)
Don't want no pancakes or bacon (I don't have a taste for that)
But I need something for filling thats go fill appetite
Girl your the only one that can make it alright
Thats gon take care of my gravy so girl can you here me
Huh
[Chorus]
Will you be my Ihop baby
Can I place my order
Food in here is crazy
24 hours
Round the clock it open
Baby heres a tip
You hop on to of me
I hop on top of you
Acapella
Hold hold up
I like that blue berry syrup
I like that strawberry syrup
Now baby lay yo body down and let me lick it all up
Now baby lets get you seated don't need a plate to eat it
In the first verse of Trey Songz's song Grub On, he is talking about being out late with a girl at a club where it is 5 o'clock in the morning and it is closed. He is drunk, and he is hungry, so he suggests going to get some food. He talks about his growling stomach and asks the girl to feed him. The chorus of the song is asking the girl if she will be his Ihop baby, he wants to place his order at Ihop, where the food is available 24 hours, and he can get his grub on.
In the second verse of the song, Trey Songz is thinking of getting dessert and something more to eat. He mentions that when he tastes the coffee with sugar and creme in it, he feels like he could eat it all the time. He loves the cake with cream soda because it is so divine. He also hopes that there is a doggy bag so that he can take some home. He asks the girl to listen to him because he needs something that will take care of his gravy.
The song is all about Trey Songz's love for food, and he uses the theme of food to express his desire for the girl. He uses phrases like, "Girl, let me get my grub on" to convey his interest in her. The song is playful and lighthearted, and Trey Songz's voice is smooth and sensual, making it perfect for setting the mood.
Line by Line Meaning
I know a place not farits 5 oclock in the morning when the clubs are closed
I have a location nearby that is still open despite it being very early in the morning and the clubs being closed
Shorty lets go get our grub on
Would you like to accompany me in getting something to eat?
I had way to much to drink and I to get sober so lets go get our grub on
I have had an excessive amount of alcohol and require sustenance to lessen its effects on my body.
Baby lets get out of here from here where I can get that grub on
Let us leave this location and go somewhere where I can eat to satisfy my hunger.
I said my stomachs growling so crazy
I am experiencing a loud and persistent rumbling in my stomach due to hunger.
Can you please feed me baby
Would you kindly provide me with food to alleviate my hunger?
Girl let me get my grub on
Please allow me to consume this food to satisfy my hunger.
I don't want no cheese stake or eggs (I don't have a taste for that)
I do not have a desire for a cheese steak or eggs.
Don't want no pancakes or bacon (I don't have a taste for that)
I do not want pancakes or bacon right now.
But I need something for filling thats go fill appetite
However, I am in need of food that will satisfy my hunger.
Girl your the only one that can make it alright
You are the only person who can provide me with the sustenance I require.
Will you be my Ihop baby
Would you like to go to IHOP with me?
Can I place my order
May I request to order food?
Food in here is crazy
The food at this establishment is remarkable/excellent.
24 hours
The business is open for customers at all times during the day and night.
Round the clock it open
The establishment never closes, operating 24 hours a day.
Baby heres a tip
As a demonstration of generosity or appreciation, here is a monetary reward for your work/service.
You hop on to of me
If you agree to my proposal, we could engage in physical intimacies.
I hop on top of you
I would like to participate in physical intimacy with you, assuming you are comfortable.
I'm thinking of going for seconds
I am considering another serving of food.
Maybe some desert yeah I still wanna get my grub on
I may partake in some dessert, as I am still hungry.
And when I taste the coffee with sugar and creme
My experience of the coffee was enhanced by the presence of various additives, such as sugar and cream.
This spot is where I belong nooooo
I feel a strong sense of belonging or attachment to this location.
Cake with cream soda so divine I can eat you all the time
The combination of cream soda with cake is so delightful that I would enjoy eating it on a regular basis.
Is there a doggy bag I can take home
Could I obtain a container to bring this food with me when I leave?
Telling you if you might taste it
I highly recommend that you try this food to experience its flavor.
And I think you better call your waitress
I suggest that you request assistance from your server/waitress.
Cause I hops open till the early morning
The IHOP restaurant remains open until dawn.
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group, CONCORD MUSIC PUBLISHING LLC, Downtown Music Publishing, Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: TROY TAYLOR, R KELLY, TREMAINE NEVERSON
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