2001
in MusicAlbums
25
Artists
17
Milestones
26
Notable Releases
Songs in A Minor
Alicia KeysDebut studio album, sold over 12 million copies worldwide, won five Grammy Awards
Fallin'
Alicia KeysDebut single from Songs in A Minor, reached number one on Billboard Hot 100 and stayed atop for six consecutive weeks
J.Lo
Jennifer LopezHer second album that made her the first woman to simultaneously have the number-one album and film in the United States, becoming her most successful album with 12 million copies sold worldwide.
The Experience
Yolanda AdamsLive album that won Adams her second Grammy Award for Best Contemporary Soul Gospel Album.
Believe
Yolanda AdamsAlbum featuring the hit "Never Give Up," which reached gold status and was performed at the White House during President George W. Bush's administration.
Live in London and More
Donnie McClurkinNear double platinum selling live album that demonstrated his strong touring presence and boosted his commercial success.
Lady Marmalade
Christina AguileraA collaboration with Lil' Kim, Mýa, and Pink that topped the Hot 100 for five consecutive weeks and won the Grammy Award for Best Pop Collaboration with Vocals.
Rock Steady
Gwen StefaniNo Doubt album exploring reggae and dancehall sounds with Grammy-winning singles "Hey Baby" and "Underneath It All"
Vespertine
BjorkAn intimate, introspective album exploring themes of love and vulnerability. Utilized innovative digital music techniques and microbeats, representing a significant evolution in her artistic expression.
Aaliyah
AaliyahSelf-titled third album; debuted at number 2, rose to number 1 after her death; called 'a statement of maturity and stunning artistic leap forward.'
Rock the Boat
AaliyahPosthumous single from her third album; peaked at number 14 on Billboard Hot 100; most-viewed episode of BET's Access Granted.
Family Affair
Mary J BligeHer first and only Billboard Hot 100 number-one single, produced by Dr. Dre, remaining at the top for six consecutive weeks
Can't Get You Out of My Head
Kylie MinogueLead single from Fever, reached number one in over 40 countries, sold over five million copies, one of most successful singles of 2000s
Fever
Kylie MinogueInternational breakthrough album, best-selling album to date with worldwide sales exceeding six million
All for You
Janet JacksonHer seventh studio album returning to upbeat dance style with record-breaking first-week sales, featuring the lead single 'All for You' which broke the overall airplay debut record with a first-week audience of seventy million.
Significant Milestones
Songs in A Minor Release
DebutDebut studio album released on June 5, 2001, debuted at number one on Billboard 200, sold over 12 million copies worldwide
Number-One Album and Film Simultaneously
DebutLopez became the first woman to simultaneously have the number-one album (J.Lo) and film (The Wedding Planner) in the United States, solidifying her status as a multi-talented superstar.
Second Grammy Award
Grammy WinWon Grammy Award for Best Contemporary Soul Gospel Album for *The Experience* live album.
Kennedy Center Honors
AwardReceived Kennedy Center Honors in 2001 for lifetime achievements in the arts. Appearance by Kofi Annan, UN Secretary-General and Nobel Peace Prize winner, who lauded his humanitarian contributions.
Ordained and Established Perfecting Faith Church
AchievementOrdained by Marvin Winans and sent out to establish Perfecting Faith Church in Freeport, New York, where he became senior pastor.
'Lady Marmalade' Success
Grammy WinReleased the iconic collaboration with Lil' Kim, Mýa, and Pink that topped the Hot 100 for five consecutive weeks and won Grammy and MTV awards, establishing her as a versatile performer.
