The Boy Is Mine cover

The Boy Is Mine

Monica · 1998

58 min · 13 tracks · contemporary R&B · folk · hip-hop

A smooth blend of contemporary R&B and soulful ballads that explore love's complexities through emotive storytelling.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • emotive storytelling exploration
  • smooth, soulful listening experience
  • long, immersive listening sessions
  • reflective late-night moods

Where this album fits

Career context
Released on July 14, 1998, 'The Boy Is Mine' was Monica's second studio album, following her successful debut 'Miss Thang'. At this point in her career, she was solidifying her status as a leading figure in R&B, collaborating with prominent producers like Rodney Jerkins and gaining fame alongside Brandy through the title track's massive success.
Stylistic neighbors
Aaliyah· Toni Braxton· Ashanti

Tracklist

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

  • 1 Street Symphony 5:34
  • 2 The Boy Is Mine 4:50
  • 3 Ring da Bell 4:36
  • 4 The First Night 3:56
  • 5 Misty Blue 4:21
  • 6 Angel of Mine 4:10
  • 7 Gone Be Fine 4:17
  • 8 Inside 4:12
  • 9 Take Him Back 4:26
  • 10 Right Here Waiting 4:30
  • 11 'Cross the Room 3:52
  • 12 I Keep It to Myself 4:25
  • 13 For You I Will 4:55

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