Mary J. Blige's 50 Best Songs

MJB's What's the 411? was released 22 years ago today.

Mary J. Blige's 50 Best Songs - Mary J. Blige's career and life have truly been a voyage. From poverty, heartbreak and abuse to love, happiness and self-acceptance, Mary's worn her life's ups and downs on her sleeve. And on the way, she's accumulated millions of records sold, multiple awards and accolades, sold-out tours, and most important, seemingly countless amazing songs. Here, we take a look back at the Queen of Hip Hop Soul's legendary catalog and choose her 50 best, most powerful, most timeless classics. —Alex Gale & BET Staff  (Photo: Courtesy Geffen Records)
50. "I Am" - This song is a perfect showcase of Mary's brighter outlook in the new millennium. Looking back at all the drama and pain of the '90s—both in her music and in her personal life—it's hard not to smile hearing her newfound confidence and optimism here. (Photo: Courtesy Geffen Records)
Mary J. Blige, On The Death of Amy Winehouse.  - “I just couldn't believe it really. And then it hit me — that could have been me. That really could have been me!"(Photo: Mike Coppola/Getty Images)48. "Stay Down" - One of Mary's strongest assets is her relatability—she always makes the listener feel like each song could be about their own life. And for anyone who's struggled to keep a long-term relationship going, this earnest single from 2007's aptly titled Growing Pains will seem all too real. Don't miss the hilariously random Weezy reference.   (Photo: Courtesy Geffen Records)

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Mary J. Blige's 50 Best Songs - Mary J. Blige's career and life have truly been a voyage. From poverty, heartbreak and abuse to love, happiness and self-acceptance, Mary's worn her life's ups and downs on her sleeve. And on the way, she's accumulated millions of records sold, multiple awards and accolades, sold-out tours, and most important, seemingly countless amazing songs. Here, we take a look back at the Queen of Hip Hop Soul's legendary catalog and choose her 50 best, most powerful, most timeless classics. —Alex Gale & BET Staff (Photo: Courtesy Geffen Records)

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