Shock Value
Timbaland · 2007
70 min · 19 tracks · contemporary R&B · hip-hop · pop rap
A bold fusion of pop, R&B, and hip-hop, driven by innovative beats and unforgettable hooks.
Why this album works
- Best for
- party-ready anthems for dancing dynamic flow with energetic peaks catchy hooks for sing-alongs
- Context
- In 2007, Timbaland was at a pivotal moment in his career, transitioning from being a producer for others to a solo artist with 'Shock Value,' his first studio album since 2002's 'Tim's Bio.' This album marked his mainstream breakthrough as a performer, showcasing his unique sound that blended various genres and solidified his influence in contemporary music.
- If you like
- contemporary R&B, hip-hop, pop rap
- If this clicks, go next to
- Shock Value II — Continues the innovative sound and collaborations from Shock Value.
Shock Value is an album by Timbaland, released in 2007. A bold fusion of pop, R&B, and hip-hop, driven by innovative beats and unforgettable hooks. 'Shock Value' debuted at number five on the Billboard 200 and produced several hit singles, including 'The Way I Are' and 'Give It to Me.' The album's innovative production style helped define the sound of pop and R&B in the late 2000s, influencing numerous artists and earning critical acclaim for its genre-blurring approach. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does Shock Value sound like?
A bold fusion of pop, R&B, and hip-hop, driven by innovative beats and unforgettable hooks. Rooted in contemporary R&B and hip-hop.
What makes Shock Value by Timbaland notable?
'Shock Value' debuted at number five on the Billboard 200 and produced several hit singles, including 'The Way I Are' and 'Give It to Me.' The album's innovative production style helped define the sound of pop and R&B in the late 2000s, influencing numerous artists and earning critical acclaim for its genre-blurring approach. In 2007, Timbaland was at a pivotal moment in his career, transitioning from being a producer for others to a solo artist with 'Shock Value,' his first studio album since 2002's 'Tim's Bio.' This album marked his mainstream breakthrough as a performer, showcasing his unique sound that blended various genres and solidified his influence in contemporary music.
Who is Shock Value for?
Shock Value works well if you're into party-ready anthems for dancing, dynamic flow with energetic peaks and catchy hooks for sing-alongs.
How many songs are on Shock Value?
Shock Value has 19 tracks, running approximately 70 minutes.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Oh Timbaland 3:30
- 2 Give It to Me Standout 3:54
- 3 Release 3:25
- 4 The Way I Are Standout 2:59
- 5 Bounce 4:04
- 6 Come and Get Me 3:30
- 7 Kill Yourself 4:06
- 8 Boardmeeting 2:29
- 9 Fantasy 4:11
- 10 Scream 5:41
- 11 Miscommunication 3:19
- 12 Bombay 3:00
- 13 Throw It on Me 2:10
- 14 Time 3:57
- 15 One and Only 4:16
- 16 Apologize Standout 3:04
- 17 2 Man Show 4:40
- 18 Hello 4:36
- 19 Come Around 3:57
Release Date
January 1, 2007
Artist Origin
United States
Runtime
70 min 55 sec
Learn More
Sync your library
Everything you track here works immediately — no account needed. Create one when you want to sync across devices.
