Fallin' cover

Fallin'

Alicia Keys · 2001

18 min · 5 tracks · contemporary R&B · hip-hop · soul

Alicia Keys' debut blends soulful melodies with heartfelt lyrics, creating an emotional soundscape that resonates deeply.

Why this album works

'Fallin'' achieved significant commercial success, reaching number one on the Billboard Hot 100 and earning Keys three Grammy Awards in 2002, including Best New Artist. Its blend of neo-soul and R&B influenced a generation of artists and solidified Keys’ role in popularizing these genres during the early 2000s.
Best for
brief emotional exploration heartfelt sing-along moments varied interpretations of love
Context
Released on April 6, 2001, 'Fallin'' marked Alicia Keys' debut single, establishing her as a prominent figure in contemporary R&B. This track set the stage for her career, leading to the release of her first album, 'Songs in A Minor,' later that year.

Tracklist

Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.

  • 1 Fallin' (radio edit) Standout 3:18
  • 2 Fallin' (album version) Standout 3:33
  • 3 Fallin' (extended remix) Standout 3:57
  • 4 Fallin' (remix) (without rap) 3:35
  • 5 Fallin' (remix instrumental) 4:17

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