On Aug. 25, 2001, the world lost iconic R&B singer, actress and model Aaliyah, who died in a plane crash while flying from the Bahamas to Florida. She was 22. At just 15 years old, Aaliyah scored the ...

A tribute on the 17th anniversary of her death.

The story of Aaliyah is one of contemporary R&B’s most searing tragedies. A preternatural talent, she became a star at 15 after hitmaker R. Kelly wrote and produced her debut album. But she paid a ...

Aaliyah’s final album still sounds like the future. Discover the artistry, innovation, and legacy behind her iconic R&B masterpiece.

In an exclusive interview with theGrio, the Legacy Music Group co-founder reveals how a publishing catalog, two milestone anniversaries, and Missy Elliott’s creative vision came together to honor one ...