I Gotta Make It


I Gotta Make It is the debut studio album by American R&B recording artist Trey Songz. It was released on July 26, 2005, by Atlantic Records. Recording sessions took place from 2003 to 2005, with Trey Songz' then mentor Troy Taylor, alongside Mike Caren and Delante Murphy serving as the records executive producers, while the additional production by Warryn Campbell and Bei Maejor; additionally, there are four guest appearances from American rappers Twista, Juvenile and T.I., alongside American R&B legend Aretha Franklin.
The album was supported by two singles: "Gotta Make It" featuring Twista, and "Gotta Go". The album debuted at number 20 on the US Billboard 200.

Singles

The title track, called "Gotta Make It" was released as the first single from the album on November 23, 2004. The song features guest verse from American rapper Twista, while the production was provided by Trey Songz' then mentor Troy Taylor.
The album's second and final single, called "Gotta Go" was released on July 9, 2005. The song was produced by Troy Taylor.

Critical reception

Track listing

Information is taken from Liner Notes and Discogs.com except where noted. Tracks 1–6 & 8–17: Vocals produced by Trey Songz Tracks 5–7, 10 & 12: Vocals produced by Troy Taylor. Tracks 2–6, 8–10 & 12–17 feature Background Vocals performed by Trey Songz & Troy Taylor
Sample credits