"Animal" is a song by American singer Trey Songz, released as the third single from Tremaine the Album, on March 17, 2017.[1]
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| Single by Trey Songz | ||||
| from the album Tremaine the Album | ||||
| Released | March 17, 2017 | |||
| Recorded | 2017 | |||
| Length | 4:16 | |||
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| Songwriter(s) | Tremaine Neverson | |||
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| "Animal" on YouTube | ||||
Composition
edit"Animal" was written by Songz and produced by Dr. Luke, Made in China, Osta, Cirkut and Jmike. In the track he celebrates the beauty of sexual temptation, enjoying himself during wild one-night stands. The song was compared to R. Kelly's 2007 track "The Zoo" because of its theme of sex and animals.[2]
Music video
editIts music video, directed by Songz, showcases libidinal themes, dominated by mirrored rooms and various promiscuous positions. In the video Songz is surrounded by a group of half-naked women dancing during a game of strip poker.[3]
Charts
edit| Chart (2017) | Peak position |
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| US Bubbling Under Hot 100 Singles (Billboard)[4] | 1 |
| US Hot R&B/Hip-Hop Songs (Billboard)[5] | 29 |
References
edit- ^ "Trey Songz - Playboy (Prod. By Rico Love)". hotnewhiphop.com. Retrieved October 11, 2021.
- ^ John Kennedy. "Review: Trey Songz Shows Remorse For His Savagery On 'Tremaine'". VIBE.com. Retrieved October 11, 2021.
- ^ Althea Legaspi. "Watch Trey Songz's Libidinous New 'Animal' Video". Rolling Stone. Retrieved October 11, 2021.
- ^ "Trey Songz Chart History (Bubbling Under Hot 100)". Billboard. Retrieved October 11, 2021.
- ^ "Trey Songz Chart History (Hot R&B/Hip-Hop Songs)". Billboard. Retrieved October 11, 2021.