What makes What a Girl Wants by Christina Aguilera notable?

The remixes of 'What a Girl Wants' received significant airplay in clubs, helping to solidify Aguilera's presence in the dance-pop scene. The original song had already reached number one on the Billboard Hot 100, and these remixes further expanded its reach, influencing the sound of early 2000s pop music. Released as a remix EP following her self-titled debut album in 1999, this project capitalized on the momentum from her first hit single. At this stage in her career, Aguilera was transitioning from a burgeoning pop star into a mainstream icon, experimenting with various producers and remix styles to broaden her appeal.

How many songs are on What a Girl Wants?

What a Girl Wants has 4 tracks, running approximately 25 minutes.

Released 27 years ago this November

What a Girl Wants

Christina Aguilera · 1999

25 min · 4 tracks · blues

Energetic dance beats blend with Aguilera's powerful vocals, creating a vibrant club anthem that captures late '90s pop culture.

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Top tracks — play these first

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What a Girl Wants (Thunderpuss Fiesta club mix) — This remix amplifies Aguilera’s vocal delivery over pulsating beats, making it a staple in dance clubs and showcasing the energy that defined her early sound.
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What a Girl Wants (Thunderpuss dirty club remix) — This version adds a gritty edge to the track, appealing to a more underground audience while keeping its catchy essence intact.
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What a Girl Wants (Eddie Arroyo long dance mix) — The extended mix allows for deeper musical exploration, highlighting the production quality and further emphasizing Aguilera's vocal prowess throughout.

Elevation

Our rating, out of 100 — and why.

AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.

46 /100

Foothills

Higher than 10% of albums we've rated

The remixes showcase varied arrangements while maintaining a danceable energy, reflecting late '90s pop culture.

What we noticed

The first track features a high-energy club mix that maintains a consistent tempo throughout, encouraging dance.
Each remix varies in intensity and arrangement, with the second track introducing more aggressive beats compared to the first.
The final two tracks shift in style, with the third offering a longer, more drawn-out dance experience and the fourth slowing down to a down-tempo feel.

Composition 25% of the score: 6/10
Craft 20% of the score: 7/10
Durability 25% of the score: 5/10
Distinctiveness 18% of the score: 5/10
Sequencing 12% of the score: 6/10

Influence 4/10

Known within its scene. Reported but not counted — how far a record travelled describes its reception rather than the record, and a newer release has had less time to travel than an older one.

Where this album fits

In the catalog: Breakthrough — Helped solidify Aguilera's presence in the dance-pop scene after her debut.
Themes: club-ready anthems· late 90s dance culture
Career context: Released as a remix EP following her self-titled debut album in 1999, this project capitalized on the momentum from her first hit single. At this stage in her career, Aguilera was transitioning from a burgeoning pop star into a mainstream icon, experimenting with various producers and remix styles to broaden her appeal.
Stylistic neighbors: Beyoncé· Alicia Keys· Kelly Clarkson