Melodic strings that provided a warm, intimate texture to the slower ballads.
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Decades after its initial release, tracks like "Slow Down" still enjoy heavy rotation on throwback radio stations, late-night playlists, and streaming curation networks. The timeless nature of Tim & Bob’s production ensures the album does not sound dated. For listeners searching for that specific 2005 sound, Bobby V's debut remains a masterclass in vocal execution, commercial viability, and authentic R&B songwriting.
"Bobby V" was released on April 26, 2005, through Bad Boy Records and Atlantic Records. The album was produced by a team of renowned producers, including Rodney Jerkins, The Underdogs, and Timbaland. The album's lead single, "Let's Get Married", peaked at number 2 on the US Billboard Hot 100 chart and was certified platinum by the RIAA. Melodic strings that provided a warm, intimate texture
Upon its release, Bobby Valentino was a commercial success. It debuted at on the US Billboard 200, selling over 180,000 copies in its first week alone. On the R&B charts, it took the top spot, landing at number one on the Top R&B/Hip-Hop Albums chart. The album eventually earned Gold certification in the US and went Platinum in the UK.
The album’s lead single, "Slow Down," was an instant commercial success, peaking at number 8 on the Billboard Hot 100 and topping the Hot R&B/Hip-Hop Songs chart. Built around a mesmerizing, filtered sample and a rolling beat, the song showcased Valentino’s signature falsetto and conversational lyrical delivery. The music video, featuring a love interest on a city train, became an MTV and BET staple. The timeless nature of Tim & Bob’s production
The album’s third single, leaning into a more classic soulful ballad territory. Full Tracklist
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| # | Track | Featured Artist(s) | Producer(s) | |---|---|---|---| | 1 | Some Bobby | - | Annan Gause | | 2 | Slow Down | - | Tim & Bob | | 3 | Give Me a Chance | Ludacris | Tim & Bob | | 4 | Never Lonely | - | Tim & Bob | | 5 | Mista Valentino (Interlude) | - | Tim & Bob | | 6 | Tell Me | - | Tim & Bob | | 7 | My Angel (Never Leave You) | - | Tim & Bob | | 8 | Want You to Know Me | - | Tim & Bob | | 9 | Gangsta Love | - | Tim & Bob | | 10 | Come Touch Me | - | Larrance Dopson, Lamar Edwards | | 11 | Make Me a Poem | - | Steve "Swift" Thornton, Rondeau "Duke" Williams | | 12 | I'll Be Your Friend | - | Tim & Bob | | 13 | Hotline | - | Larrance Dopson, Lamar Edwards | | 14 | You and Me | - | Gary Smith | | 15 | Slow Down (Remix) | - | Tim & Bob | | 16 | Slow Down (Remix) | Khao, Smoke, Lil Fate | Tim & Bob |
– A sultry, slow-burning classic designed for intimate playlists.