Many of the topics on My Life deal with clinical depression, Blige's battling with both drugs and alcohol, as well as being in an abusive relationship. Recording sessions for the album began in fall of 1993 and ended almost one year later. Blige, Released by Uptown/MCA Records on November 29, 1994. My Life is the second studio album from American R&B and soul singer Mary J. She was also praised for combining hip hop and soul music, subsequently earning her the title "Queen of Hip Hop Soul". It received generally favorable reviews from music critics, who noted Blige's strong, soulful voice.
The album was certified three times Platinum by the Recording Industry Association of America (RIAA). What's the 411? peaked at number six on the Billboard 200 and topped the Top R&B/Hip-Hop Albums chart. The album spawned six singles, including "You Remind Me" and "Real Love". Upon being signed to Uptown Records, she began working with record producer Puff Daddy. What's the 411? is the debut album by American recording artist Mary J. As of 2010, Blige has sold over 50 million albums and 15 million singles worldwide What's the 411? gave Blige her first Billboard 200 top ten album, which has continued since the release of her debut album until her latest album, Stronger with Each Tear (2009), which became Blige's seventh consecutive album to debut at number one or number two on the Billboard 200. She was ranked number 100 in the list of 100 greatest singers of all time by Rolling Stone magazine.īlige started her musical career in 1992, releasing her multi-platinum US selling debut album, What's the 411? on MCA Records and Uptown. Blige has received the World Music Legends Award for combining hip hop and soul in the early 1990s. She is the only artist with Grammy Award wins in Pop, Rap, Gospel, and R&B. A recipient of nine Grammy Awards and four American Music Awards, Blige has recorded eight multi-platinum albums. Mary Jane Blige (born January 11, 1971) is an American singer-songwriter, record producer and actress. then performed 'Family Affair' into 'No More Drama'.Description: Mary Jane Blige (born January 11, 1971) is an American singer-songwriter, record producer and actress.
The 'Candy Shop' hitmaker was suspended by his feet from the ceiling of a trailer in homage to the music video for 'In Da Club' and was flanked by a group of backing dancers for the bonus performance. “Everybody really felt the magnitude of what this thing was and what were were going to be able to accomplish, and it was a fantastic experience.”ĭre and Snoop opened the show with 'The Next Episode' and 'California Love' before 50 Cent came out as a surprise guest to perform his 2003 mega-hit 'In Da Club'. made history along with Eminem, 49, Snoop Dogg, 50, and Kendrick Lamar, 34, as it was the first time five music stars have performed during the legendary halftime slot.ĭre said: “Everybody came in, we were professional, everybody was on time. The 56-year-old record producer and 51-year-old Mary J. On how they celebrated after the performance at Los Angeles' SoFi Stadium, he added: “We were downstairs having a ton of fun, just listening to samples and music.” “I’m not even sure I’m supposed to be saying this or not, so I’m sorry Mary.”
The music mogul - who produced Mary’s 2001 hit 'Family Affair' - spilled hat the pair spoke about teaming up on her follow-up to 'Good Morning Gorgeous', which was released last week, after they shared the stage during the Super Bowl LVI Halftime show on Sunday (13.02.22).ĭre told TMZ: “We’re talking about working together on her next project. Dr Dre has let slip that he's discussed working with Mary J.