Freeze Time
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Freeze Time is the fourth studio album
by British Contemporary R&B
singer Jay Sean, and his second to be released on Cash Money Records
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was asked about what he thought of the Stateside success of British R&B artists like Jay Sean and Taio Cruz
. "Sustaining longevity is all about time. They have a lot to prove." Usher said. Sean responded by stating: "He's been in the game for, what, 17 years? I completely agree with what he says. Longevity trumps everything. America has only heard one album." "I'm so new to America. I've got so much more to show them, so much more to give them." Sean said.
Jay Sean confirmed in July 2010 that he was working on a new album. He also stated that he has completed roughly 75 percent of the album and that guests so far include Lil Wayne, Pitbull
, Nicki Minaj
and Mary J. Blige
. "2012 (It Ain't the End)
" was released to U.S. radio stations and as a digital download to iTunes on 3 August 2010, as the lead single of the album. The second single "Hit the Lights
" feat. Lil Wayne
was released in February 2011. A new single called "Like This Like That" featuring Birdman
was released.
In support of the album, Jay is co-headlining with Joe Jonas
in the Joe Jonas & Jay Sean Tour
with JoJo as the opening act. the tour which kicks off on 9 September 2011 through 6 October 2011.
", released on August 3, 2010, and reached number nine on the UK Singles Chart
, and peaked at number thirty-one on the Billboard Hot 100
. It features the rapper Nicki Minaj
. "Hit the Lights
", the album's second single, released on February 4, 2011, and peaked on the UK Singles Chart at number sixty-seven. In United States
, reached number eighteen on the Billboard Hot 100
. It featuring the rapper Lil Wayne
. The third single "Like This Like That", released on July 23, 2011. It features the rapper Birdman
.
Studio album
A studio album is an album made up of tracks recorded in the controlled environment of a recording studio. A studio album contains newly written and recorded or previously unreleased or remixed material, distinguishing itself from a compilation or reissue album of previously recorded material, or...
by British Contemporary R&B
Contemporary R&B
Contemporary R&B is a music genre that combines elements of hip hop, soul, R&B and funk.Although the abbreviation “R&B” originates from traditional rhythm and blues music, today the term R&B is most often used to describe a style of African American music originating after the demise of disco in...
singer Jay Sean, and his second to be released on Cash Money Records
Cash Money Records
Cash Money Records is a record label founded by brothers Bryan "Birdman" Williams and Ronald "Slim" Williams. Today it operates as a subsidiary of Universal Music Group, and is distributed by Universal Republic Records as of 2011...
.
Background
Early in May, UsherUsher (entertainer)
Usher Terry Raymond IV , who performs under the mononym Usher, is an American singer-songwriter, and actor. He is considered around the world to be the reigning King of R&B. Usher rose to fame in the late 1990s with the release of his second album My Way, which spawned his first Billboard Hot 100...
was asked about what he thought of the Stateside success of British R&B artists like Jay Sean and Taio Cruz
Taio Cruz
Taio Cruz is a British singer-songwriter, record producer, occasional rapper, and entrepreneur. In 2008, he released his debut album Departure, which Cruz wrote, arranged and produced himself. It achieved initial success in the UK and earned him a MOBO Award nomination...
. "Sustaining longevity is all about time. They have a lot to prove." Usher said. Sean responded by stating: "He's been in the game for, what, 17 years? I completely agree with what he says. Longevity trumps everything. America has only heard one album." "I'm so new to America. I've got so much more to show them, so much more to give them." Sean said.
Jay Sean confirmed in July 2010 that he was working on a new album. He also stated that he has completed roughly 75 percent of the album and that guests so far include Lil Wayne, Pitbull
Pitbull (rapper)
Armando Christian Pérez , better known by his stage name Pitbull, is an American rapper, singer-songwriter and record producer. His first recorded performance was from the Lil Jon album Kings of Crunk in 2002, after which he released his debut album in 2004 titled M.I.A.M.I. under TVT Records...
, Nicki Minaj
Nicki Minaj
Onika Tanya Maraj , better known by her stage name Nicki Minaj; ), is a Trinidadian-born American recording artist...
and Mary J. Blige
Mary J. Blige
Mary Jane Blige is an American singer-songwriter, record producer and occasional actress. She is a recipient of nine Grammy Awards and four American Music Awards, and has recorded eight multi-platinum albums. She is the only artist with Grammy Award wins in Pop, Rap, Gospel, and R&B. Blige has...
. "2012 (It Ain't the End)
2012 (It Ain't the End)
-Music video:The music video for "2012 " was shot in Los Angeles on July 19, 2010, with Nicki Minaj. The video is set to lots of flashing lights and a typical hip-hop club scene environment. But in post-production, Sean says the music video's director Erik White will be zooming out to show parties...
" was released to U.S. radio stations and as a digital download to iTunes on 3 August 2010, as the lead single of the album. The second single "Hit the Lights
Hit the Lights (Jay Sean song)
-Music video:Bille Woodruff directed the music video for "Hit the Lights", which premiered on 22 March 2011 on VEVO. The video is full of CGI effects and features women dancing, an appearance from Lil Wayne as well as Birdman and DJ Khaled and plenty of lights....
" feat. Lil Wayne
Lil Wayne
Dwayne Michael Carter, Jr. , better known by his stage name Lil Wayne, is an American rapper. At the age of nine, Lil Wayne joined Cash Money Records as the youngest member of the label, and half of the duo, The B.G.'z, with B.G.. In 1997, Lil Wayne joined the group Hot Boys, which also included...
was released in February 2011. A new single called "Like This Like That" featuring Birdman
Birdman (entertainer)
Bryan Williams , better known by his stage name Birdman or Baby, is an American rapper, businessman, record producer, and philanthropist. He is the co-founder of Cash Money Records and one half of the duo Big Tymers. Along with his releases with Big Tymers and for his solo career, Birdman recorded...
was released.
In support of the album, Jay is co-headlining with Joe Jonas
Joe Jonas
Joseph Adam "Joe" Jonas is a Pop American singer, musician, actor, and dancer. He is a member of the Jonas Brothers, a pop-rock band made up of him and his two brothers, Nick and Kevin...
in the Joe Jonas & Jay Sean Tour
Joe Jonas & Jay Sean Tour
The Joe Jonas & Jay Sean Tour is the first co-headlining tour by American singer Joe Jonas & British singer-songwriter Jay Sean in support of their studio albums Freeze Time & Fastlife. The 19-city intimate club trek kicks off in Boston on September 6 and will stop in major cities across North...
with JoJo as the opening act. the tour which kicks off on 9 September 2011 through 6 October 2011.
Singles
The lead single from the album, "2012 (It Ain't the End)2012 (It Ain't the End)
-Music video:The music video for "2012 " was shot in Los Angeles on July 19, 2010, with Nicki Minaj. The video is set to lots of flashing lights and a typical hip-hop club scene environment. But in post-production, Sean says the music video's director Erik White will be zooming out to show parties...
", released on August 3, 2010, and reached number nine on the UK Singles Chart
UK Singles Chart
The UK Singles Chart is compiled by The Official Charts Company on behalf of the British record-industry. The full chart contains the top selling 200 singles in the United Kingdom based upon combined record sales and download numbers, though some media outlets only list the Top 40 or the Top 75 ...
, and peaked at number thirty-one on the Billboard Hot 100
Billboard Hot 100
The Billboard Hot 100 is the United States music industry standard singles popularity chart issued weekly by Billboard magazine. Chart rankings are based on radio play and sales; the tracking-week for sales begins on Monday and ends on Sunday, while the radio play tracking-week runs from Wednesday...
. It features the rapper Nicki Minaj
Nicki Minaj
Onika Tanya Maraj , better known by her stage name Nicki Minaj; ), is a Trinidadian-born American recording artist...
. "Hit the Lights
Hit the Lights (Jay Sean song)
-Music video:Bille Woodruff directed the music video for "Hit the Lights", which premiered on 22 March 2011 on VEVO. The video is full of CGI effects and features women dancing, an appearance from Lil Wayne as well as Birdman and DJ Khaled and plenty of lights....
", the album's second single, released on February 4, 2011, and peaked on the UK Singles Chart at number sixty-seven. In United States
United States
The United States of America is a federal constitutional republic comprising fifty states and a federal district...
, reached number eighteen on the Billboard Hot 100
Billboard Hot 100
The Billboard Hot 100 is the United States music industry standard singles popularity chart issued weekly by Billboard magazine. Chart rankings are based on radio play and sales; the tracking-week for sales begins on Monday and ends on Sunday, while the radio play tracking-week runs from Wednesday...
. It featuring the rapper Lil Wayne
Lil Wayne
Dwayne Michael Carter, Jr. , better known by his stage name Lil Wayne, is an American rapper. At the age of nine, Lil Wayne joined Cash Money Records as the youngest member of the label, and half of the duo, The B.G.'z, with B.G.. In 1997, Lil Wayne joined the group Hot Boys, which also included...
. The third single "Like This Like That", released on July 23, 2011. It features the rapper Birdman
Birdman (entertainer)
Bryan Williams , better known by his stage name Birdman or Baby, is an American rapper, businessman, record producer, and philanthropist. He is the co-founder of Cash Money Records and one half of the duo Big Tymers. Along with his releases with Big Tymers and for his solo career, Birdman recorded...
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