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Trigga is the sixth studio album by American R&B recording artist Trey Songz. The album was released on July 1, 2014, by Songbook and Atlantic Records. Following the release of his fifth studio album Chapter V (2012), Songz made his acting debut in Texas Chainsaw 3D (2013). The same year Songz began work on his sixth studio album and enlisted a variety of producers including DJ Mustard, Da Internz, Soundz, Mike WiLL Made It, Dun Deal, The Featherstones, D'Mile and The Insomniakz amongst others. Songz also enlisted the a variety of guest appearances from artists including Nicki Minaj, Mila J, Ty Dolla $ign, Justin Bieber, and Juicy J.

Upon release the album was met with positive reviews from critics; whom praised Trigga's production, the album also fared commercially well debuting at number one on the US Billboard 200 chart. The album was supported by the singles "Na Na", "SmartPhones", "Foreign" and "Change Your Mind", along with the promotional single "Ordinary" featuring Jeezy.

Background

On February 15, 2014, Songz announced that his sixth studio album would be titled, Trigga and announced it would be released on June 30, 2014. In a May 2014, interview with Yahoo!, he spoke about the album, saying: "Trigga is you know, my sixth studio album. It's my every emotion at this point in my life, it's the good, the bad, the ugly, it's the beautiful, it's last night, It's love, it's hard-hitting beats, but beautiful keys. It's beautiful melodies, it's so personal to me as well, of course I have songs that are impersonal, that are fun records, that just want to get people to move and dance, but as you get to the depths and the layers of the album, it gives you an insight to my life at the person that I am - and what's going on in my life as I try to figure out growing into manhood, and taking on the responsibility that I do and trying to find love…"

Singles

On December 25, 2013, the album's first single "Na Na" was released. On March 12, 2014, the music video was released for "Na Na". The song has peaked at number 21 on the Billboard Hot 100. On April 1, 2014, the album's second single "SmartPhones" was released. On May 10, 2014, the music video was released for "SmartPhones". On May 13, 2014, "Foreign" and "Change Your Mind" were released as the album's third and fourth singles respectively. On June 16, 2014, the music video was released for "Foreign".

Critical reception

Professional ratings

Aggregate scores
Source	Rating
Metacritic	69/100
Review scores
Source	Rating
AllMusic
The Guardian
HipHopDX
Now
Slant Magazine
Spin	8/10
USA Today
XXL	(L)

Trigga was met with generally positive reviews from music critics. At Metacritic, which assigns a normalized rating out of 100 to reviews from critics, the album received an average score of 69, which indicates "generally positive reviews", based on 9 reviews. Andy Kellman of AllMusic said, "This is, no doubt, one of the most flagrantly lecherous commercial R&B albums of its time. It also has sharp hooks and slick productions to spare. Those who are justifiably opposed to it on principle might find it all the more obnoxious that it comes from a proficient vocalist whose melodicism is almost unrivaled." Anupa Mistry of Spin stated, "Trigga isn't as cohesive as 2009's Ready, but it's a sublime, soulful convergence of the sonic minimalism and oil-slicked synths of today's hip-hop and R&B (courtesy, mostly, of Young Thug and Migos-famous producer Dun Deal), and its sound provides a charismatic contrast to its almost anhedonic pursuit of pleasure. A 20-track album (!) never felt so breezy." Paul MacInnes of The Guardian said, "It might all feel a little mechanical, but Trigga does hang together, and has a seductive power that (one presumes) is befitting of the man himself." Matt Fruchtman of Slant Magazine stated, "At times, Songz's lyrics venture into personal territory: "Y.A.S. (You Ain't Shit)" displays both genuine self-loathing and anger that's a stark contrast to the arrogant persona featured throughout the bulk of the album. This kind of vulnerability is refreshing, but Trigga is otherwise designed like a Hollywood blockbuster: squandered talent, obvious themes, and fleeting moments of creative excellence that stick among the clichés. The only guarantee is that there'll be a sequel."

Martín Caballero of USA Today said, "Trey Songz's engaging sixth album, Trigga, is a statement of intent — not of a bold new direction, but rather of the singer's determination to solidify the hitmaker's pedigree he's worked hard to earn." Julia LeConte of Now stated, "Trigga is smooth and singable, with its share of gems. Change Your Mind is the most initially catchy (in that vanilla, Jason Derülo way) and Foreign (Remix) begs for repeat spins." Erin Lowers of XXL said, "Filled with lust, desire and sexual journeys, Trey Songz reaches an expected level of mainstream success with Trigga, and while safe is always encouraged during sexual acts, perhaps Trey could’ve taken a few more risks with this album. Trey Songz has “invented sex”, given us “heart attacks” and taught us how to drink “bottoms up,” but perhaps the bonus cuts “Love Around The World,” “What’s Best For You,” and “I Know (I Can’t Get It Back)” offers insight to who Tremaine is, and may promise his own “I Believe I Can Fly” on his next album."

Commercial performance

The album debuted at number one on the Billboard 200 chart, with first-week sales of 105,000 copies in the United States. In its second week, the album dropped to number five, selling 34,000 copies. In its third week, the album dropped to number nine, selling 22,840 copies, bringing its total album sales to 161,733. The album made its chart debut in the United Kingdom where it debuted at number seventeen on the UK Albums chart and number one on the UK R&B charts.

Track listing

Charts

See also

• List of Billboard 200 number-one albums of 2014

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