AALIYAH (JULY 2001)
Timeless sleek production, that marked the pre-dawn of what we call "alternative R&B" today.
Artists inspired by this album: Drake, Brandy, Cassie, Justin Timberlake
MISSUNDAZTOOD (NOVEMBER 2001)
Introduced the Rock-infused sound to mainstream female pop music. She put Linda Perry and Scott Storch on.
Artists inspired by this album: Avril Lavigne, Christina Aguilera, Katy Perry
FULL MOON (FEBRUARY 2002)
This album is called the vocal bible and an absolute staple in modern day singing.
Artists inspired by this album: India.Arie, Diddy-Dirty Money, Sean Garrett, Ariana Grande
STRIPPED (OCTOBER 2002)
Feminist, sex-positive, "woke" album, before it was a thing. Anti slut-shaming staple and blueprint for many pop stars to come.
Artists inspired by this album: Miley Cyrus, Demi Lovato, Selena Gomez, Lady Gaga