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Fear of Flying

Mýa · 2000

74 min · 20 tracks · contemporary R&B · hip-hop · soul

A blend of sultry R&B grooves and hip-hop rhythms, showcasing Mýa's versatile vocal delivery and confident persona.

Why this album works

'Fear of Flying' debuted at number 15 on the Billboard 200 and showcased Mýa's evolution as an artist in the contemporary R&B scene. The lead single, 'Case of the Ex,' became a significant hit, reaching the top ten in multiple countries and cementing Mýa's place in pop culture during the early 2000s.
Career context
Released on April 25, 2000, 'Fear of Flying' was Mýa's second studio album following her self-titled debut in 1998. The album arrived during a peak moment in her career, as she was gaining recognition from her hit collaborations and appearances in film, notably the success of 'Lady Marmalade' with Christina Aguilera, Lil' Kim, and Pink.
Stylistic neighbors
Aaliyah· Beverley Knight· King Gordy

Tracklist

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

  • 1 Turn It Up (intro) 1:22
  • 2 Case of the Ex Standout 3:56
  • 3 Free Standout 5:23
  • 4 Pussy Cats 4:21
  • 5 Again & Again 3:29
  • 6 How You Gonna Tell Me 3:35
  • 7 Grandma Says (skit) 0:48
  • 8 Takin' Me Over Standout 3:51
  • 9 The Best of Me 4:12
  • 10 Lie Detector 4:20
  • 11 Fear of Flying 4:24
  • 12 Fear of Flying (interlude) 0:51
  • 13 Now or Never 3:50
  • 14 Man in My Life 4:32
  • 15 Can't Believe 4:16
  • 16 That's Why I Wanna Fight 4:35
  • 17 Ride & Shake 4:00
  • 18 Whatever Chick 4:19
  • 19 Case of the Ex (Sovereign remix) 5:43
  • 20 Get Over (outro) 2:28

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