On this episode we're discussing the legacy of Aaliyah. With today marking 25 years since her self-titled album dropped in 2001, we’re taking a dive into her discography and talking about why her music still holds up today.
We run through our favorite songs from each era, some deep cuts and get into whether the albums have aged well. We also talk about how once Missy Elliott and Timbaland came into the picture, they helped Aaliyah to shape a sound that still feels ahead of its time, and how it still inspires today.
Also, tap in to find out why Christina has beef with Toni Braxton.
First Spin 1:00
Age Ain’t Nothing but a Number (1994) 1:54
How would you describe this album to someone who only knows her later work? 5:00
Did this album age well? 6:22
Pick 2 or 3 songs from the album that you love. 9:08
One In a Million (1996) 14:52
How did Missy & Timbaland change the energy of Aaliyah’s sound? 15:49
Was this album a reinvention, or did Missy & Timbaland bring out something in Aaliyah that was already there? 18:14
Which song captures the essence of the album? 21:46
Pick 2 or 3 songs from the album that you love. 23:38
Aaliyah (2001) 26:35
Were Missy & Timbaland missed on this album, or did Static Major, Rapture Stewart & Eric Seats manage to keep the same vibe? 27:05
What song(s) best show the shift in production? 29:12
Is this her most complete album? 33:33
Pick one song that captures the essence of the album. 34:02
Pick 2 or 3 songs from the album that you love. 34:47
Then and Now 38:54
How do you feel about the Aaliyah album today? 39:21
Does anything stand out more now, than it did back then? 42:07
Has Aaliyah’s discography aged well? How would you rank the albums? 42:46
Head vs. Heart 44:28
Favorite big hit 44:57
Favorite deep cut 46:12
Big hit or deep cut? 47:29
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