Exclusive cover art

  Studio Album · No. 2

Exclusive Songwriting Credits by Chris Brown

2007 Jive Records 14 tracks 53 min

Produced by T-Pain, StarGate, The Underdogs, Sean Garrett, will.i.am

Jive Records R&BPopHip-Hop
43%
Authorship
Collaborator

Holds writing credit on 6 of 14 tracks

Authorship Breakdown 6 / 14 documented

Who wrote the songs?

Scored across the 14 tracks with documented writers, by whether Chris Brown carries a lyricist or composer credit.

43%
6 trackswritten by Chris Brown 8 tracksoutside writers
Chris Brown's roles on this album

Share of the 14 tracks where a band member is credited, by role.

Lyricist43%
Composer43%
Producer7%
Performer100%

By the Numbers

14
Tracks
25
Lyricists
21
Producers
1
No.1 Single
2007
Released

Awards & Recognition 1

Grammy Award for Best Rap/Sung Collaboration (2008, Nominated)
Data Insight

Exclusive was Chris Brown's commercial peak as a pure pop-R&B crossover artist and showcases his most consistent run of hits across a single record. The album was produced by T-Pain, StarGate, Polow da Don, Scott Storch, Bryan-Michael Cox, will.i.am, and Swizz Beatz, among others. "Kiss Kiss" featuring T-Pain hit #1 on the Hot 100; "With You" reached #2. The album received a Grammy nomination for Best Rap/Sung Collaboration for "Kiss Kiss" at the 50th Grammy Awards in 2008 and achieved RIAA 4× Platinum certification.

Exclusive is Chris Brown's second studio album, released November 6, 2007. It debuted at number four on the Billboard 200 and was certified triple platinum by the RIAA. The album produced two massive hits: 'Kiss Kiss' featuring T-Pain, which reached number one on the Billboard Hot 100, and 'With You,' which also reached number one. The album showcased Brown's vocal range expanding into more polished pop-R&B territory while maintaining the teen-oriented sound of his debut.

Track Listing & Credits 14 tracks

Written by the artist Written by outside writers
#TitleLyricist(s)Composer(s)Producer(s)Performers
1
Throwed
Chris BrownKendrick DeanAdonis Shropshire Christopher Maurice BrownKendrick DeanAdonis Shropshire State of EmergencyBryan-Michael Cox Chris Brown (Vocals)
2
Kiss Kiss #1
Chris BrownT-Pain Christopher Maurice BrownFaheem Rasheed Najm T-Pain Chris Brown (Vocals)T-Pain (Featured Vocals)
3
Take You Down
Chris BrownHarvey Mason Jr.Steve RussellJames Fauntleroy II Christopher Maurice BrownHarvey Mason Jr.Steve RussellJames Fauntleroy II The UnderdogsLamar Edwards Chris Brown (Vocals)
4
With You #2
Johntá Austin Johntá Austin StarGateEspionage Chris Brown (Vocals)
5
Picture Perfect
Chris Brownwill.i.amKeith HarrisTankRalph Carmichael Christopher Maurice BrownWilliam James Adams Jr.Keith HarrisDurrell Artaze BabbsRalph Carmichael will.i.amChris Brown Chris Brown (Vocals)will.i.am (Featured Rap)
6
Hold Up
Jamal HarrisRyan TobySammie Bush Jr.Big Boi Jamal HarrisRyan TobySammie Bush Jr.Big Boi Dre & VidalDon CheegroDirty Harry Chris Brown (Vocals)Big Boi (Featured Rap)
7
You
Carlos McKinneyThe-Dream Carlos McKinneyTerius Gerel Gebremariam Los da Mystro Chris Brown (Vocals)
8
Damage
Chris BrownCorey Williams Christopher Maurice BrownCorey Williams The Runners Chris Brown (Vocals)
9
Wall to Wall
Sean GarrettWalter Scott Sean GarrettWalter Scott Sean GarrettWalter Scott Chris Brown (Vocals)
10
Help Me
Harvey Mason Jr.James Fauntleroy II Harvey Mason Jr.James Fauntleroy II The UnderdogsRob Knox Chris Brown (Vocals)
11
I Wanna Be
Joi CampbellTankLonny Bereal Joi CampbellDurrell Artaze BabbsLonny Bereal Antonio DixonEric Dawkins Chris Brown (Vocals)
12
Gimme Whatcha Got
Chris BrownThe-DreamCorey WilliamsLil Wayne Christopher Maurice BrownTerius Gerel GebremariamCorey WilliamsDwayne Michael Carter Jr. Jazze Pha Chris Brown (Vocals)Lil Wayne (Featured Rap)
13
I'll Call Ya
Sean Garrett Sean Garrett Swizz Beatz Chris Brown (Vocals)
14
Lottery
Harvey Mason Jr.Theodore ThomasJames Fauntleroy II Harvey Mason Jr.Theodore ThomasJames Fauntleroy II The UnderdogsRob Knox Chris Brown (Vocals)

Songwriter & Credit Spotlight 47 contributors

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Frequently Asked Questions Exclusive

What did "Kiss Kiss" peak at on the Billboard Hot 100?
"Kiss Kiss" by Chris Brown featuring T-Pain reached #1 on the Billboard Hot 100 from the Exclusive album.
What did "With You" peak at on the Billboard Hot 100?
"With You" by Chris Brown from the Exclusive album peaked at #2 on the Billboard Hot 100.
Was "Kiss Kiss" nominated for a Grammy?
"Kiss Kiss" by Chris Brown featuring T-Pain received a Grammy nomination for Best Rap/Sung Collaboration at the 50th Grammy Awards in 2008.
Who produced Chris Brown's Exclusive album?
Exclusive was produced by T-Pain, StarGate, Polow da Don, Scott Storch, Bryan-Michael Cox, Jazze Pha, will.i.am, Swizz Beatz, and others.
What RIAA certification did Exclusive by Chris Brown receive?
Exclusive received RIAA 4× Platinum certification, reflecting over 4 million units sold in the United States.
How many #1 hits did Chris Brown's Exclusive produce on the Hot 100?
Exclusive produced one #1 hit on the Billboard Hot 100: "Kiss Kiss" featuring T-Pain. "With You" peaked just behind at #2.

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