About this album
Where they were
Released in 2008, 'The Hits' serves as a retrospective of Kelis's career up to that point, compiling her most successful singles from the late 1990s and early 2000s. This album followed her breakthrough with 'Milkshake' in 2003, solidifying her status as a unique voice in alternative hip-hop and R&B. At this stage, she was transitioning from commercial success to exploring more experimental sounds in her future work.
Why it matters
'The Hits' encapsulates Kelis's influence on pop and hip-hop culture, featuring chart-topping singles that defined an era. The album showcases major hits like 'Milkshake,' which peaked at number three on the Billboard Hot 100 and became a cultural phenomenon, often referenced in popular media and beyond. Its compilation nature also highlights the evolution of female artists in hip-hop during the early 2000s.
Essential tracks
- "Milkshake" — This track is Kelis's signature song, blending catchy hooks with a cheeky attitude that redefined female empowerment in pop culture.
- "Caught Out There" — 'Caught Out There' features a bold declaration of betrayal, showcasing Kelis’s powerful vocal delivery and establishing her as a fierce artist.
- "Bossy" — 'Bossy' highlights Kelis's confident persona, merging elements of hip-hop and R&B with a production style that influenced many subsequent artists.
- "Trick Me" — This track blends playful lyrics with an infectious beat, exemplifying Kelis’s clever songwriting and genre-bending style.
Release Date
January 1, 2008
Artist Origin
United States
Tracklist
- 1 Caught Out There 4:11
- 2 Milkshake 3:04
- 3 Got Your Money 4:01
- 4 Trick Me 3:28
- 5 Lil Star 4:51
- 6 Get Along With You 4:29
- 7 Young, Fresh n’ New 4:38
- 8 Truth or Dare 3:38
- 9 Bossy 4:34
- 10 In Public 4:27
- 11 Millionarie 3:46
- 12 Finest Dreams 4:13
- 13 Suspended 4:55
- 14 Good Stuff 3:52
