Studio Album · No. 12
Bridges Songwriting Credits by Joe
Produced by Derek "D.O.A." Allen, Gerald "Plaid" Isaac, Joe · Engineered by Andre Booth, Dave Kutch
Plaid Takeover
R&BSoul
Artist
94%
Authorship
Holds writing credit on 15 of 16 tracks
Authorship Breakdown 15 / 16 documented
Who wrote the songs?
Scored across the 16 tracks with documented writers, by whether Joe carries a lyricist or composer credit.
15 trackswritten by Joe
1 trackoutside writers
Joe's roles on this album
Share of the 16 tracks where a band member is credited, by role.
Lyricist94%
Composer94%
Producer0%
Performer100%
By the Numbers
16
Tracks
14
Lyricists
5
Producers
2014
Released
Data Insight
Derek "D.O.A." Allen and Gerald "Plaid" Isaac take over the writing here, appearing across most of the sixteen tracks. Running his own label does not increase Joe's own share, it changes who he shares it with.
The 2014 album, his first for his own Plaid Takeover label, sixteen tracks and the longest of the later records.
Track Listing & Credits 16 tracks
Written by the artist
Written by outside writers
| # | Title | Lyricist(s) | Composer(s) | Producer(s) | Performers |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 |
Future Teller
|
JoePhillip "Taj" JacksonDerek "D.O.A." AllenGerald Isaac | Joseph Lewis ThomasPhillip "Taj" JacksonDerek "D.O.A." AllenGerald Isaac | Derek "D.O.A." Allen | Joe (Performer) |
| 2 |
Dilemma
|
JoePhillip "Taj" JacksonVic "Dahitmaka" ZapataMichelle Bello | Joseph Lewis ThomasPhillip "Taj" JacksonVic "Dahitmaka" ZapataMichelle Bello | Phillip "Taj" JacksonVic "Dahitmaka" Zapata | Joe (Performer) |
| 3 |
Do a Little Dance
|
JoeAlvin GarrettDerek "D.O.A." AllenGerald "Plaid" Isaac | Joseph Lewis ThomasAlvin GarrettDerek "D.O.A." AllenGerald "Plaid" Isaac | Derek "D.O.A." Allen | Joe (Performer) |
| 4 |
If You Lose Her
|
JoeAlvin GarrettDerek "D.O.A." AllenGerald "Plaid" Isaac | Joseph Lewis ThomasAlvin GarrettDerek "D.O.A." AllenGerald "Plaid" Isaac | Derek "D.O.A." AllenGerald "Plaid" Isaac | Joe (Performer) |
| 5 |
Sex Ain't a Weapon
|
JoeAlvin GarrettDerek "D.O.A." AllenGerald "Plaid" Isaac | Joseph Lewis ThomasAlvin GarrettDerek "D.O.A." AllenGerald "Plaid" Isaac | Derek "D.O.A." AllenGerald "Plaid" Isaac | Joe (Performer) |
| 6 |
Love & Sex, Pt. 2
|
Alvin GarrettDerek "D.O.A." AllenGerald "Plaid" Isaac | Alvin GarrettDerek "D.O.A." AllenGerald "Plaid" Isaac | Derek "D.O.A." Allen | Joe (Performer)Kelly Rowland (Featured Vocals) |
| 7 |
Blame Her Broken Heart on Me
|
JoeDerek "D.O.A." AllenGerald "Plaid" Isaac | Joseph Lewis ThomasDerek "D.O.A." AllenGerald "Plaid" Isaac | Derek "D.O.A." AllenGerald "Plaid" Isaac | Joe (Performer) |
| 8 |
First Lady
|
JoeAlvin GarrettDerek "D.O.A." AllenGerald "Plaid" Isaac | Joseph Lewis ThomasAlvin GarrettDerek "D.O.A." AllenGerald "Plaid" Isaac | Derek "D.O.A." Allen | Joe (Performer) |
| 9 |
Take It to the House
|
JoeAlvin GarrettDerek "D.O.A." AllenGerald "Plaid" Isaac | Joseph Lewis ThomasAlvin GarrettDerek "D.O.A." AllenGerald "Plaid" Isaac | Derek "D.O.A." Allen | Joe (Performer) |
| 10 |
Till the Rope Gives Way
|
JoePhilip JacksonHitesh CeonKim Ofstad | Joseph Lewis ThomasPhilip JacksonHitesh CeonKim Ofstad | Element | Joe (Performer) |
| 11 |
The Rest Will Follow
|
JoeEdrick MilesDerek "D.O.A." AllenGerald "Plaid" Isaac | Joseph Lewis ThomasEdrick MilesDerek "D.O.A." AllenGerald "Plaid" Isaac | Derek "D.O.A." Allen | Joe (Performer) |
| 12 |
Mary Jane (Remix)
|
Joe50 CentRick James | Joseph Lewis ThomasCurtis JacksonJames A. Johnson | Derek "D.O.A." Allen | Joe (Performer)50 Cent (Featured Vocals) |
| 13 |
Bridges
|
JoeAlvin GarrettDerek "D.O.A." AllenGerald "Plaid" Isaac | Joseph Lewis ThomasAlvin GarrettDerek "D.O.A." AllenGerald "Plaid" Isaac | Derek "D.O.A." Allen | Joe (Performer) |
| 14 |
Love Sex Hollywood
|
JoeAlvin GarrettDerek "D.O.A." AllenGerald "Plaid" Isaac | Joseph Lewis ThomasAlvin GarrettDerek "D.O.A." AllenGerald "Plaid" Isaac | Derek "D.O.A." Allen | Joe (Performer) |
| 15 |
For Love
|
JoeEdrick MilesDerek "D.O.A." AllenGerald "Plaid" Isaac | Joseph Lewis ThomasEdrick MilesDerek "D.O.A." AllenGerald "Plaid" Isaac | Derek "D.O.A." AllenGerald "Plaid" Isaac | Joe (Performer) |
| 16 |
Love Undefeated
|
JoeAlvin GarrettDerek "D.O.A." AllenGerald "Plaid" Isaac | Joseph Lewis ThomasAlvin GarrettDerek "D.O.A." AllenGerald "Plaid" Isaac | Derek "D.O.A." AllenGerald "Plaid" Isaac | Joe (Performer) |
Songwriter & Credit Spotlight 19 contributors
J
Joe
Writer · Performer
JL
Joseph Lewis Thomas
Writer
D"
Derek "D.O.A." Allen
Writer · Producer
G"
Gerald "Plaid" Isaac
Writer · Producer
AG
Alvin Garrett
Writer
P"
Phillip "Taj" Jackson
Writer · Producer
EM
Edrick Miles
Writer
V"
Vic "Dahitmaka" Zapata
Writer · Producer
5C
50 Cent
Writer · Vocals
CJ
Curtis Jackson
Writer
GI
Gerald Isaac
Writer
HC
Hitesh Ceon
Writer
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Frequently Asked Questions Bridges
Who wrote the songs on Bridges?
Joe with Derek "D.O.A." Allen and Gerald "Plaid" Isaac across most of the sixteen tracks.
Who produced it?
Derek "D.O.A." Allen, Gerald "Plaid" Isaac and Joe.
How high did it chart?
Number 17 on the Billboard 200 and number 3 on the R&B chart.
Did it have a charting single?
No single from the album reached the Hot 100 or the R&B chart.
How did it sell?
The article publishes no sales or certification figure for it.
What is Plaid Takeover?
Joe's own label, which released this album and the one after it.
How long is the album?
62:21 across sixteen tracks, the longest in the catalogue.