What makes If We Ever Meet Again by Timbaland notable?

The track gained widespread attention, particularly for its chart performance, peaking at number 18 on the Billboard Hot 100. Additionally, it exemplified the early 2010s trend of blending electronic dance music with mainstream pop and hip-hop. In 2009, Timbaland was at a crucial point in his career as he released this single following his acclaimed album 'Shock Value II' from the same year. He was transitioning from a producer-focused identity to a more prominent solo artist role, showcasing his versatility across genres.

How many songs are on If We Ever Meet Again?

If We Ever Meet Again has 2 tracks, running approximately 7 minutes.

If We Ever Meet Again

Timbaland · 2009

7 min · 2 tracks · contemporary R&B

A vibrant blend of pop and R&B, infused with electronic beats and catchy hooks, perfect for dance floors.

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If We Ever Meet Again (international radio edit) — This track features a memorable collaboration with Katy Perry, highlighting Timbaland's ability to merge catchy pop melodies with his signature production style.
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If We Ever Meet Again (Digital Dog radio remix) — The remix takes the original's infectious energy and amplifies it with an upbeat tempo, making it a staple in club playlists.

Elevation

Our rating, out of 100 — and why.

AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.

45 /100

Lowland

Higher than 5% of albums we've rated

The single showcases solid production and catchy hooks but lacks depth for long-term engagement.

What we noticed

The main track features a steady electronic beat with layered synths and vocal harmonies that create a danceable atmosphere.
The remix adds additional rhythmic elements and alters the arrangement, emphasizing different sections of the song.
Both versions maintain a consistent tempo, making them suitable for club play without significant variation in energy.

Composition 25% of the score: 6/10
Craft 20% of the score: 7/10
Durability 25% of the score: 5/10
Distinctiveness 18% of the score: 6/10
Sequencing 12% of the score: 4/10

Influence 3/10

Known within its scene. Reported but not counted — how far a record travelled describes its reception rather than the record, and a newer release has had less time to travel than an older one.

Tracklist

Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.

1 If We Ever Meet Again (international radio edit) 4:00
2 If We Ever Meet Again (Digital Dog radio remix) 3:26

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