Aaliyah 2001 Album [verified] -

: The album replaced the swinging New Jack Swing rhythms of the 90s with "scattered, chipped beats" that gave it a futuristic, almost extraterrestrial feel.

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A masterclass in futuristic funk. Synthesizing electronic grunts, sharp horn blasts, and a sweeping string section, the song serves as an anthem of female empowerment and capability. Aaliyah's effortless vocal runs glide seamlessly over one of the most intricate beats of the era. "Rock the Boat" aaliyah 2001 album