V (Vanessa Hudgens album)

V is the debut studio album by American actress and singer Vanessa Hudgens, released on September 26, 2006, by Hollywood Records. The album's title, V, represents Hudgens' first initial.

The album blends pop, R&B, and teen pop elements. V features themes of love, relationships, and growing up. Songwriting and production credits include collaborations with Kara DioGuardi, Dr. Luke, and Matthew Gerrard.

Two singles were released from V: "Come Back to Me" and "Say OK." "Come Back to Me" achieved moderate commercial success, charting on the Billboard Hot 100. "Say OK" was heavily promoted by Disney Channel due to Hudgens' association with High School Musical.

V debuted at number 24 on the Billboard 200 chart in the United States. The album received mixed reviews from critics, with some praising Hudgens' vocals and others criticizing the album's generic pop sound. Despite the mixed critical reception, V achieved gold certification by the Recording Industry Association of America (RIAA).

The album's release was followed by promotional appearances and performances, further establishing Hudgens as a recording artist alongside her acting career.