Release

Timbaland, Justin Timberlake

About Release

"Release" is a song performed by American producer, songwriter and rapper Timbaland, taken from his second studio album Shock Value (2007). The song features vocals by longtime collaborator Justin Timberlake. Mosley and Timberlake co-wrote the song together with American rapper and songwriter Craig Longmiles. The song was produced solely by Timbaland and recorded in various locations in the United States. "Release" is an uptempo house and funk song that incorporates elements of dance and urban music. "Release" received generally positive reviews from music critics, with many praising the song's uptempo sound and unusual style. The song drew comparison to music by British electronic dance recording duo Basement Jaxx and to Justin Timberlake's "SexyBack", which Timbaland helped write and produce. Upon the release of Shock Value in the United States, "Release" debuted on the Billboard Hot 100 at number ninety-one on the strength of paid digital downloads. 


Year:
2007
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Alright, hey! Clap! Oh!
I need ya girl.
Ay, I really need ya.
I need ya girl.
I think I'm gaining control.
So here the party goes,
With all my trees in the back.
Who needs a bodyguard?

I think I need to RELEASE
I'm out of control, I'm
Out of body, release.
I'm out of control, who's
Scared to party? RELEASE
I'm out of control.

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Timbaland

Timothy Zachery Mosley (born March 10, 1972), better known by his stage name Timbaland, is an American record producer, songwriter and rapper. Timbaland's first full credit production work was in 1996 on Ginuwine...the Bachelor for R&B singer Ginuwine. After further work on Aaliyah's 1996 album One in a Million and Missy Elliott's 1997 album Supa Dupa Fly, Timbaland became a prominent producer for R&B and hip-hop artists. As a rapper he initially released several albums with fellow rapper Magoo, but later released his debut solo album Tim's Bio in 1998. In 2007, Timbaland released the first album in his Shock Value series, Timbaland Presents: Shock Value. Then In 2009 Timbaland Presents: Shock Value II. It is expected that Timbaland will release Timba… more »

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Written by: XAVIER LORENZO MOSLEY, TIMOTHY JEROME PARKER, VINCENT SEGAL, TOM WILLIAM SHIMURA, SAUL WILLIAMS

Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd., Warner Chappell Music, Inc.

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12 facts about this song

Release Date
"Release" by Timbaland was officially released in the year 2007.
Album Inclusion
The song is part of Timbaland's second solo studio album titled "Shock Value", which became very popular in the late 2000s.
Special Collaboration
In "Release," Timbaland collaborated with singer Justin Timberlake, whom he has partnered with numerous times to create some of pop music's biggest hits.
Chart Performance
Despite not being released as a single, "Release" garnered significant radio airplay. It hit the top spot on the U.S. Bubbling Under R&B/Hip-Hop Singles chart.
Genre
Like much of Timbaland's work, "Release" mixes elements of hip hop, R&B, and pop music genres.
Production
Timbaland himself worked on the production of this song, displaying his professional abilities as both a singer and producer.
Lyric Theme
The song talks about an incredible night at a dance club, and with its catchy beats and colourful rhythms, it perfectly encapsulates the spirit of nightlife.
Song Reception
Many fans and critics appreciated "Release", citing it as one of the notable tracks from "Shock Value".
Other Artists' Involvement
Apart from Timbaland and Justin Timberlake, other artists including Brandy (as her alias Bran'Nu) and Nelly Furtado also made uncredited contributions to "Release".
Music Influence
"Release" further propelled Timbaland's global fame and established his unique blend of sounds, which significantly influenced pop and R&B music in the 2000s.
Live Performances
Timbaland along with Justin Timberlake, performed "Release" as part of their lineup in several shows, providing energetic and memorable performances to the audience.
Song Writing
Timbaland, Justin Timberlake, and Nate Hills shared the writing credits for "Release" which shows the collective creativity and teamwork between these artists.

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