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.
Takin' It There
Trey Songz Lyrics
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Yeah,
Yeah its official
Yeah, yeah, yeah,
Hey ziggy I told them niggas (oh yeah)
They wouldn't believe me tho
I do this shit though
Its 3:45 she pulled up to my house
Grabbed my strap, got the door
With a blunt in my mouth
Say I'm bout to put the smack down
You know i'll put the smack down
And now I put the smack down
She park in the background
Look at me I'm standing tall
She knows how to keep it up
We just left the club
So you know we both drunk as fuck
30 min in, second wind
Call it cardio
I go up and down round and round super Mario!
Oh wee oh wee she busting like a Uzi
I'm riding that Suzuki
She wetting such a jacuzzi
Call it in, code 10
Get ready for the water flow
Number 16 terr it up
[Chorus: Trey Songz]
What can I say (i ain't lying)
Ain't no easy way to say this (yeah)
And I don't know if you can handle it (I don't know if you can handle it)
But I'm thinking about taking it ((taking it there))
Cause thats the only way you ain't get it (and you)
You lay around with them boys up town (laying around)
And I've been thinking about it all day long (all day long shawty)
And that two think I cant handle it ((but her)
But I'm think I might end up taking it
[Verse 2: Young Jeezy]
I'm thinking about it, then by receiving
She can get it right back up , just give her a reason
Any given season winter, spring, summer, fall
I came to see the show baby goin' and make the water fall
She know I'm the one to call when she want that good shit
She know I'm the one to call when she wants the hood shit
Baby looking all good about to meet her all hood
Jump her in the call yea you know the handle all wood
I stepped up in the spot (spot) yea smelling like a pound
Yea you know I'm taking name, yea ain't got to take em down
Yea ain't got to take em off for me, over aggressive
About to be an accident just call for progressive
[Chorus]
[Verse 3: Young Jeezy]
I don't know if you can handle this, know if you can handle me
First I'm gonna start right here where your man should be
I don't know if you can handle this, know if you can handle young
If you ain't never had a real nigga, better get you one
Come through on some thug shit (thug shit)
Gotta respect shit
Yea I come through on some thug shit (thug shit)
Gotta accept it
She know that I'm never shy most time we probably high
Kid licked the kitty cat you goin' need an alibi
[Chorus]
And how you doing jeezy [Repeat: x3]
The song "Takin' It There" by Trey Songz featuring Young Jeezy explores the decision to take a romantic relationship to the next level. The lyrics depict a late-night encounter between Trey Songz and his partner, as they engage in intimate activities. Young Jeezy's verse adds to the narrative, emphasizing his confidence in satisfying his partner's desires and providing a thrilling experience. Despite the explicit nature of the lyrics, it conveys the idea of open communication and consent between the individuals involved.
In the chorus, Trey Songz contemplates the repercussions of taking the relationship further, acknowledging the potential difficulty in accepting his actions. He expresses his frustration with his partner's involvement with other men and admits to contemplating the idea of pursuing a deeper connection with her. The song portrays a mix of desire, temptation, and uncertainty, capturing the emotional complexity of taking a relationship to a more intimate level.
Line by Line Meaning
Clear,
It is evident and undeniable
Yeah,
Indeed
Yeah its official
Yes, it is confirmed and verified
Yeah, yeah, yeah,
Repeated affirmation
Hey ziggy I told them niggas (oh yeah)
Hey, I informed those individuals (oh yeah)
They wouldn't believe me tho
However, they didn't have faith in what I said
I do this shit though
I am highly skilled and experienced in this activity
Its 3:45 she pulled up to my house
At 3:45, she arrived at my residence
Grabbed my strap, got the door
Took my weapon and opened the door
With a blunt in my mouth
While having a marijuana cigar in my mouth
Say I'm bout to put the smack down
Expressing the intention to assert dominance
You know i'll put the smack down
You are aware that I will assert dominance
And now I put the smack down
And at this moment, I have asserted dominance
She park in the background
She parked the vehicle in the vicinity
Look at me I'm standing tall
Observe me, I am confident and proud
She knows how to keep it up
She knows how to maintain her performance
We just left the club
We recently departed from the nightclub
So you know we both drunk as fuck
Consequently, we are both highly intoxicated
30 min in, second wind
After 30 minutes, experiencing a renewed burst of energy
Call it cardio
Referring to it as a cardiovascular exercise
I go up and down round and round super Mario!
Engaging in various movements analogous to Super Mario
Oh wee oh wee she busting like a Uzi
Exclaiming her intense and rapid movements
I'm riding that Suzuki
I am skillfully navigating that Suzuki motorcycle
She wetting such a jacuzzi
She is causing the surrounding area to become wet, akin to a jacuzzi
Call it in, code 10
Contacting authorities, classifying it as a high-priority situation
Get ready for the water flow
Prepare yourself for the stream of fluid
Number 16 terr it up
The sixteenth entity caused significant disruption
What can I say (i ain't lying)
How can I express myself (I am not deceiving)
Ain't no easy way to say this (yeah)
There is no simple manner to articulate this (yes)
And I don't know if you can handle it (I don't know if you can handle it)
Furthermore, I am uncertain if you are capable of coping with it
But I'm thinking about taking it ((taking it there))
However, I am contemplating engaging in a particular action
Cause thats the only way you ain't get it (and you)
Since that is the sole method to elude comprehension (and you)
You lay around with them boys up town (laying around)
You spend your time idling with those boys from the city (lying around)
And I've been thinking about it all day long (all day long shawty)
And I have been contemplating it throughout the entire day (all day long, darling)
And that two think I cant handle it ((but her)
Moreover, those two individuals believe I am incapable of managing it (except for her)
But I'm think I might end up taking it
However, I reckon I may eventually proceed with the action
I'm thinking about it, then by receiving
I am considering it, and subsequently accepting it
She can get it right back up , just give her a reason
She can regain her energy easily, provide her with a motive
Any given season winter, spring, summer, fall
Irrespective of the particular season, whether winter, spring, summer, or fall
I came to see the show baby goin' and make the water fall
I arrived to witness your performance, my dear, and cause an overflow of fluid
She know I'm the one to call when she want that good shit
She is aware that I am the person to contact when she desires exceptional satisfaction
She know I'm the one to call when she wants the hood shit
She understands that I am the individual to reach out to for more intense experiences
Baby looking all good about to meet her all hood
The lady appears attractive, about to encounter her more daring side
Jump her in the call yea you know the handle all wood
Invite her into the vehicle, yes, you are aware of my ability to handle her effectively
I stepped up in the spot (spot) yea smelling like a pound
I entered the location, yes, exuding a strong scent of marijuana
Yea you know I'm taking name, yea ain't got to take em down
Yes, you know I am gaining recognition, there is no need to eliminate my competition
Yea ain't got to take em off for me, over aggressive
Yes, you don't need to undress for me, being excessively forceful
About to be an accident just call for progressive
Since it is about to be an unintended consequence, simply contact the insurance company
I don't know if you can handle this, know if you can handle me
I am unsure if you possess the capability to manage this, or manage my presence
First I'm gonna start right here where your man should be
Initially, I will begin exactly where your partner ought to be
I don't know if you can handle this, know if you can handle young
I am uncertain if you are capable of enduring this, or enduring a young individual like me
If you ain't never had a real nigga, better get you one
If you have never been with an authentic individual, it is advisable to find yourself someone
Come through on some thug shit (thug shit)
Arrive with a tough and bold demeanor (tough and bold behavior)
Gotta respect shit
Must show admiration towards such behavior
Yea I come through on some thug shit (thug shit)
Yes, I present myself with an intimidating attitude (intimidating behavior)
Gotta accept it
Must acknowledge and embrace it
She know that I'm never shy most time we probably high
She is aware that I am usually bold, often accompanied by intoxication
Kid licked the kitty cat you goin' need an alibi
Young man performed cunnilingus on the woman, therefore you will require an excuse
And how you doing jeezy [Repeat: x3]
And how are you, Jeezy? [Repeated 3 times]
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: JAY JENKINS, LADAMON DOUGLAS, TREMAINE NEVERSON, KASSIM WASHINGTON
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