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.
I Need a Girl
Trey Songz Lyrics
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Shawty where you at?
Shawty where you at?
Yea, yea.
It gets lonely in this business, need a homie
Who's a realest.
Someone who wants to find out all that I have to give.
Sittin' patient steady waitin', for the day when I can face it.
The one that can love me for, who I am and so much more (is it you?).
You ma Bonnie (say that I) I found the one,
I ain't gonna rest till I know for sure, so.
Baby please believe me when I tell you that, I need a girl (need a girl).
So come on pretty lady won't you holla back, I need a girl
(I'm a tell you what I need).
I need a girl that's goin' be my baby, so if you love me say "I'm your baby".
So fine I go "that's my baby", so if you need me say "your my baby".
I'm a good man, who ain't got a lot to ask,
just lookin' for somethin' I can build on.
I'm a young man, with a whole lotta cash,
just lookin' for a lady I can spend on.
So all the young ladies in every little city,
when I come to your town, let me know that you down.
Sittin' patient steady waitin', for the day when I can face it.
The one that can love me for, who I am and so much more (is it you?).
You my Bonnie (say that I) I found the one,
I ain't gonna rest till I know for sure, so.
Baby please believe me when I tell you that, I need a girl (girl).
So come on pretty lady won't you holla back, I need a girl
(I'm a tell you what I need).
I need a girl that's goin' be my baby, so if you love me say "I'm your baby".
So fine I go "that's my baby", so if you need me say "your my baby".
You could, be my everything,
Oh you mean so much to me and I don't even know your name.
(But I know that) that I'm your man (man), and you are my girl (girl)
And if I ever meet ya I'm a give ya the world (oh).
Baby please believe me when I tell you that, I need a girl (girl).
So come on pretty lady won't you holla back, I need a girl
(I'm a tell you what I need).
I need a girl that's goin' be my baby, so if you love me say "I'm your baby".
So fine I go "that's my baby", so if you need me say "your my baby".
Baby please believe me when I tell you that, I need a girl (need a girl).
So come on pretty lady won't you holla back, I need a girl (girl)
(I'm a tell you what I need).
I need a girl that's goin' be my baby, so if you love me say "I'm your baby".
So fine I go "that's my baby", so if you need me say "your my baby".
"Your my baby!"
Yea, (huh) ye yea yea yea oh yea, yea yea yea.
In Trey Songz's song "I Need a Girl," he expresses his desire for a loving and genuine connection with a woman who can be his partner and support system. Throughout the song, he reflects on the loneliness he experiences in the music industry and his longing for someone who can truly understand him. He desires a "homie who's a realest" and someone who will listen to him when he speaks. Trey Songz wants a woman who will love him for who he is and bring out the best in him.
The song captures the emotional vulnerability of a man who has achieved success, but still feels like something is missing. He is searching for a deeper connection with someone who can share in his successes and support him through the challenges of life. Trey Songz's lyrics are a plea for love and companionship, demonstrating that no matter how successful someone may seem, we all have a yearning for human connection.
Overall, "I Need a Girl" is a heartfelt and vulnerable song that explores the universal desire for love and support. While it may be specific to the experiences of a famous musician, it speaks to the universal longing for deeper, more meaningful relationships that fulfill us on a deeper level.
Line by Line Meaning
Shawty where you at?
As a successful individual in the music industry, I often find myself feeling lonely and I'm looking for a true companion.
It gets lonely in this business, need a homie
Who's a realest.
I need someone who understands me and is genuine, not just someone who's there for my success and fame.
Someone who wants to find out all that I have to give.
Who can bring me, what is missin', when I talk she wanna listen.
Sittin' patient steady waitin', for the day when I can face it.
I want someone who is interested in getting to know me, supports me and takes initiative to bring me what I'm missing in life. Someone who's patient and waiting for the time when we can truly connect.
The one that can love me for, who I am and so much more (is it you?).
I am looking for someone who loves me as I am with all my flaws and is ready to build something special and meaningful with me.
You ma Bonnie (say that I) I found the one,
I ain't gonna rest till I know for sure, so.
I have found the right person who is by my side through thick and thin, and I won't stop until I'm certain that we are meant to be together.
Baby please believe me when I tell you that, I need a girl (need a girl).
So come on pretty lady won't you holla back, I need a girl
(I'm a tell you what I need).
I am expressing my heartfelt need for a genuine companion and I hope that the right person is listening to my message.
I need a girl that's goin' be my baby, so if you love me say "I'm your baby".
So fine I go "that's my baby", so if you need me say "your my baby".
I am looking for someone who will be my partner in every aspect of life, and I will always be there for them too. We will be each other's baby and I'll be proud to say it out loud!
I'm a good man, who ain't got a lot to ask,
just lookin' for somethin' I can build on.
I am a good person with genuine intentions, and all I'm asking for is a strong foundation to build a future with someone special.
I'm a young man, with a whole lotta cash,
just lookin' for a lady I can spend on.
I am young and successful, and I am looking for a great companion to spend my time and money on, someone who will appreciate me for who I am.
You could, be my everything,
Oh you mean so much to me and I don't even know your name.
(But I know that) that I'm your man (man), and you are my girl (girl)
And if I ever meet ya I'm a give ya the world (oh).
Even though I don't know who you are, I believe that the right person will come into my life someday, and I'll be ready to give them the world!
"Your my baby!"
Yea, (huh) ye yea yea yea oh yea, yea yea yea.
In the end, I want someone who is my baby and I can happily say that they are mine. I'll wait patiently until I find the one who fits the bill.
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Peermusic Publishing, WORDS & MUSIC A DIV OF BIG DEAL MUSIC LLC
Written by: Johnta Austin, Mikkel Eriksen, Tor Hermansen
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
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Love this song....
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sim
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@mochi n Maya channel isaiah
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@mashaalivebrown9757
Have this song on repeat. Cant believe how good it still sounds after this long.#FreeTrey
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Not The #FreeTrey
@babybutterfly2342
he need to stay in that jail cell
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@@babybutterfly2342ironic when you got a pedophile as your picture