The List of Mary J. Blige Albums in Order of Release Date

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How many albums does Mary J. Blige have?

The discography of Mary J. Blige consist of Fifteen (15) studio albums and 83 singles—including more than 20 as a featured artist.

The List of  Mary J. Blige Albums in Order of Release Date

Here is the list of Mary J. Blige Album in Order of Release Date:

1. What’s the 411? — July 28, 1992
2. My Life — November 29, 1994
3. Share My World — April 22, 1997
4. Mary — August 17, 1999
5. No More Drama — August 28, 2001
6. Love & Life — August 26, 2003
7. The Breakthrough — December 20, 2005
8. Growing Pains — December 18, 2007
9. Stronger with Each Tear — December 21, 2009
10. My Life II… The Journey Continues — November 21, 2011
11. A Mary Christmas — October 15, 2013
12. The London Sessions — November 24, 2014
13. Strength of a Woman — April 28, 2017
14. Good Morning Gorgeous — February 11, 2022
15. Gratitude — November 15, 2024

All Mary J. Blige Albums List in Order

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1. What’s the 411? (1992)

Tracks

1. Leave a Message
2. Reminisce
3. Real Love
4. You Remind Me
5. Intro Talk
6. Sweet Thing
7. Love No Limit
8. I Don’t Want to Do Anything
9. Slow Down
10. My Love
11. Changes I’ve Been Going Through
12. What’s the 411?

“What’s the 411?” marks the remarkable debut album of the renowned American R&B singer Mary J. Blige. Released on July 28, 1992, under the labels Uptown Records and MCA Records, it materialized following her signing with Uptown Records. Collaborating with producer Sean “Puffy” Combs, as well as talents like DeVante Swing, Tony Dofat, Dave Hall, Mark Morales, and Mark “Cory” Rooney, the album elegantly traversed hip hop soul, contemporary R&B, and new jack swing genres. Critics praised the fusion of hip hop and soul, earning Blige the title “Queen of Hip Hop Soul.” It soared to number six on the Billboard 200 and topped the US Top R&B/Hip-Hop Albums chart, eventually achieving triple platinum status with 3.5 million copies sold.

2. My Life (1994)

Tracks

1. Intro
2. Mary Jane (All Night Long)
3. You Bring Me Joy
4. Marvin Interlude
5. I’m the Only Woman
6. K. Murray Interlude
7. My Life
8. You Gotta Believe
9. I Never Wanna Live Without You
10. I’m Goin’ Down
11. My Life Interlude
12. Be with You
13. Mary’s Joint
14. Don’t Go
15. I Love You
16. No One Else
17. Be Happy

“My Life,” the second album by American R&B sensation Mary J. Blige, emerged on November 29, 1994, under Uptown Records and MCA Records. Dealing with profound themes of clinical depression, substance abuse, and abusive relationships, it marked a shift towards Blige’s personal introspection. Notably, she contributed lyrics to fourteen of its tracks. Produced extensively by Sean “Puffy” Combs for Bad Boy Entertainment, the album became her breakthrough, reaching the top ten on the Billboard 200 and securing the number one spot on the Top R&B/Hip-Hop Albums chart for eight weeks. It received critical acclaim, earning Grammy nominations, triple-platinum certification, and a Billboard Music Award. In 2020, a special commemorative edition was released, further immortalizing its significance in Blige’s career.

3. Share My World (1997)

Tracks

1. Intro
2. I Can Love You
3. Love Is All We Need
4. Round and Round
5. Share My World (Interlude)
6. Share My World
7. Seven Days
8. It’s On
9. Thank You Lord (Interlude)
10. Missing You
11. Everything
12. Keep Your Head
13. Can’t Get You Off My Mind
14. Get to Know You Better
15. Searching
16. Our Love
17. Not Gon’ Cry

“Share My World” marks a pivotal moment in Mary J. Blige’s career, released on Earth Day, April 22, 1997, as her third studio album. It made history by becoming her first album to debut at number one on the US Billboard 200 chart, showcasing her rising influence in R&B. Notably, it’s the first where she took on the role of executive producer, sharing credits with Steve Stoute. The album boasts guest appearances from renowned hip-hop and R&B stars, including Lil’ Kim, Nas, and R. Kelly. Critically acclaimed, it earned Blige a Grammy Award nomination for Best R&B Album in 1998 and achieved international success, certified triple platinum in the US.

4. Mary (1999)

Tracks

1. All That I Can Say
2. Sexy
3. Deep Inside
4. Beautiful Ones
5. I’m in Love
6. Time
7. Memories
8. Don’t Waste Your Time
9. Not Lookin
10. Your Child
11. No Happy Holidays
12. The Love I Never Had
13. Give Me You
14. Let No Man Put Asunder

“Mary” is the fourth studio album by American singer Mary J. Blige, launched on August 17, 1999, under MCA Records. Debuting at a formidable number two on the Billboard 200 chart, the album sold an impressive 239,000 copies in its debut week and enjoyed a remarkable 57-week presence on the chart. This album boasted five charting singles and earned widespread acclaim from music critics upon release. Notably, “Mary” achieved double platinum certification from the Recording Industry Association of America, signifying sales of over two million units in the United States, solidifying its status as a pivotal milestone in Mary J. Blige’s career.

5. No More Drama (2001)

 

Tracks

1. Love
2. Family Affair
3. Steal Away
4. Crazy Games
5. PMS
6. No More Drama
7. Keep It Moving
8. Destiny
9. Where I’ve Been
10. Beautiful Day
11. Dance for Me
12. Flying Away
13. Never Been
14. 2U
15. In the Meantime
16. Forever No More
17. Testimony

“No More Drama,” the fifth studio album by American singer Mary J. Blige, made its debut on August 28, 2001, under MCA Records. Building on the success of her prior album, “Mary” (1999), this release continued her winning streak. It stormed onto the charts, hitting number two on the US Billboard 200 and securing the top spot on the R&B Albums chart, with 294,000 copies sold in its inaugural week. The album spawned four Billboard-charting singles, including the chart-topper “Family Affair.” Notably, “No More Drama” garnered two Grammy nominations and achieved triple-platinum status in the US, with over three million copies sold.

6. Love & Life (2003)

 

Tracks

1. Love & Life Intro
2. Don’t Go
3. When We
4. Not Today
5. Finally Made It (Interlude)
6. Ooh!
7. Let Me Be the 1
8. Love @ 1st Sight
9. Willing & Waiting
10. Free (Interlude)
11. Friends
12. Press On
13. Feel Like Makin’ Love
14. It’s a Wrap
15. Message in Our Music (Interlude)
16. All My Love
17. Special Part of Me
18. Ultimate Relationship (A.M.)

“Love & Life,” the sixth studio album by Mary J. Blige, marked a significant chapter in her career. Released on August 26, 2003, under Geffen Records, it represented her transition from MCA Records. The album saw Blige reunite with Sean “Diddy” Combs, who had produced her early hits. Combs, along with The Hitmen, including Mario Winans, D-Dot, and Stevie J, contributed to the album’s production. Critics praised Blige’s vocals and her collaboration with Combs. Commercially, it debuted at the top of the US Billboard 200 chart and achieved platinum status. The album also earned Blige her first Grammy nomination for Best Contemporary R&B Album. Five singles were released, including “Love @ 1st Sight” and “Ooh!” featuring Method Man. Despite varying chart success, “Love & Life” remains a significant part of Mary J. Blige’s discography.

7. The Breakthrough (2005)

Tracks

1. No One Will Do
2. Enough Cryin
3. About You
4. Be Without You
5. Gonna Breakthrough
6. Good Woman Down
7. Take Me as I Am
8. Baggage
9. Can’t Hide from Luv
10. MJB da MVP
11. Can’t Get Enough
12. Ain’t Really Love
13. I Found My Everything
14. Father in You
15. Alone
16. One

“The Breakthrough,” Mary J. Blige’s seventh studio album, emerged on December 20, 2005, under Geffen Records. Collaborating with a diverse array of songwriters and producers including 9th Wonder, Rodney Jerkins, Jimmy Jam, Terry Lewis, and more, Blige crafted a musical masterpiece. The album garnered acclaim from critics and made a resounding impact, debuting at the top spot on the Billboard 200 chart. Recognized for its excellence, “The Breakthrough” achieved triple platinum certification from the RIAA, with over 3.1 million copies sold in the United States. It stands as a pivotal moment in Blige’s career, showcasing her enduring influence in the music industry.

8. Growing Pains (2007)

Tracks

1. Work That
2. Grown Woman
3. Just Fine
4. Feel Like a Woman
5. Stay Down
6. Hurt Again
7. Shake Down
8. Till the Morning
9. Roses
10. Fade Away
11. What Love Is
12. Work in Progress (Growing Pains)
13. Talk to Me
14. If You Love Me?
15. Smoke
16. Come to Me (Peace)

“Growing Pains,” the eighth studio album by American singer-songwriter Mary J. Blige, made its resounding mark in the R&B landscape when it was released on December 18, 2007, under Geffen Records. This chart-topping album soared to number 2 on the Billboard 200, with a phenomenal debut of 629,000 copies sold in its first week, eventually reaching the number one spot in January 2008. It also earned critical acclaim, securing the 29th position on Rolling Stone’s Top 50 Albums of 2007 list. The album’s singles, including “Work That” and “Stay Down,” showcased Blige’s enduring musical prowess, contributing to her Platinum certification and her Grammy win for Best Contemporary R&B Album at the 51st Grammy Awards in February 2009.

9. Stronger with Each Tear (2009)

 

Tracks

1. Tonight
2. The One
3. Said and Done
4. Good Love
5. I Feel Good
6. I Am
7. Each Tear
8. I Love U (Yes I Du)
9. We Got Hood Love
10. Kitchen
11. In the Morning
12. Color

“Stronger with Each Tear,” Mary J. Blige’s ninth studio album, marked a significant moment in her illustrious career. Released on December 21, 2009, under her own label, Matriarch Records, it garnered international attention with releases in Australia, Germany, France, Japan, and Korea in subsequent days and months. This album was a testament to Blige’s enduring popularity, as it became her ninth consecutive record to debut at the summit of the US R&B/Hip-Hop Albums chart. With its release, Mary J. Blige continued to showcase her prowess as an R&B and soul singer-songwriter, solidifying her status as a prominent figure in the music industry.

10. My Life II… The Journey Continues (Act 1) (2011)

Tracks

1. Intro
2. Feel Inside
3. Midnight Drive
4. Next Level
5. Ain’t Nobody
6. 25/8
7. Don’t Mind
8. No Condition
9. Mr. Wrong
10. Why
11. Love a Woman
12. Empty Prayers
13. Need Someone
14. The Living Proof

“My Life II… The Journey Continues (Act 1)” marks Mary J. Blige’s compelling return to the music scene. Released on November 21, 2011, through Geffen Records and Matriarch Records, this tenth studio album serves as a thematic extension to her 1994 breakthrough, “My Life.” In this sequel, Blige explores themes of struggle, heartbreak, and strength, showcasing her personal growth since the original album. Produced by a stellar lineup including Danja, Rodney Jerkins, and Stargate, the album received positive reviews from critics. Debuting at number five on the Billboard 200, it sold 156,000 copies in its first week and earned gold certification from the RIAA, reaffirming Blige’s enduring musical prowess.

11. A Mary Christmas (2013)

Tracks

1. Little Drummer Boy
2. Have Yourself a Merry Little Christmas
3. My Favorite Things
4. This Christmas
5. The Christmas Song (Chestnuts Roasting on an Open Fire)
6. Rudolph, The Red-Nosed Reindeer
7. When You Wish Upon a Star
8. Mary, Did You Know
9. Do You Hear What I Hear?
10. Petit Papa Noel
11. The First Noel
12. Noche De Paz (Silent Night)

“A Mary Christmas” represents Mary J. Blige’s eleventh studio album and her inaugural foray into the world of holiday music. Released on October 15, 2013, through Matriarch, Interscope, and Verve Records, the album was predominantly produced by David Foster and featured notable guest artists like Barbra Streisand, Chris Botti, Jessie J, The Clark Sisters, and Marc Anthony. The album achieved commercial success, reaching number ten on the US Billboard 200 and number five on the Top R&B/Hip-Hop Albums chart. It earned Blige her fifteenth top-ten entry on the latter chart, solidifying her place in music history. Despite mixed critical reviews, the album received a Gold certification from the RIAA in December 2013, signifying 500,000 copies shipped.

12. The London Sessions (2014)

Tracks

1. Therapy
2. Doubt
3. Not Loving You
4. When You’re Gone
5. Right Now
6. My Loving
7. Long Hard Look
8. Whole Damn Year
9. Nobody but You
10. Pick Me Up
11. Follow
12. Worth My Time

“The London Sessions” is Mary J. Blige’s twelfth studio album, unveiled on November 24, 2014, under Capitol Records and Matriarch Records. Ahead of its official release, the album made waves when it unexpectedly leaked online on October 26, 2014. Billboard praised it as “superb,” hailing it as her finest work since 2005’s “The Breakthrough.” This transformative project marked a departure from her traditional sound, as it was crafted during a unique creative journey in London, collaborating with British talents like Sam Smith and Disclosure. Blending soulful authenticity with innovative elements, “The London Sessions” showcases Blige’s artistic evolution and enduring musical prowess.

13. Strength of a Woman (2017)

 

Tracks

1. Love Yourself
2. Thick of It
3. Set Me Free
4. It’s Me
5. Glow Up
6. U + Me (Love Lesson)
7. Indestructible
8. Thank You
9. Survivor
10. Find the Love
11. Smile
12. Telling the Truth
13. Strength of a Woman
14. Hello Father

“Strength of a Woman” marks Mary J. Blige’s thirteenth studio album, released on April 28, 2017, under Capitol Records. Following her twelfth album, “The London Sessions” (2014), this work delves into R&B and hip-hop soul. Collaborating with a range of talented producers and songwriters, including DJ Camper, Hit-Boy, and Jazmine Sullivan, Blige also enlists guest appearances by Kanye West, Quavo, DJ Khaled, and more. The album debuted impressively at number three on the US Billboard 200 chart, with singles like “Thick of It” and “Love Yourself” featuring Kanye West making waves. Critics praised the album’s emotional depth, and Blige supported it with a successful tour.

14. Good Morning Gorgeous (2022)

Tracks

1. No Idea
2. Love Will Never
3. Here with Me
4. Rent Money
5. Amazing
6. GMG (Interlude)
7. Good Morning Gorgeous
8. Come See About Me
9. On Top
10. Love Without the Heartbreak
11. Failing in Love
12. Enough
13. Need Love

“Good Morning Gorgeous” represents Mary J. Blige’s triumphant return to the music scene, marking her fourteenth studio album released on February 11, 2022. It also signifies a significant career move, being her first release under 300 Entertainment and outside the Universal Music umbrella in nearly five years. The album boasts collaborations with acclaimed artists like Anderson .Paak, Dave East, DJ Khaled, Fivio Foreign, and Usher. Three powerful singles, including “Good Morning Gorgeous” and “Amazing” featuring DJ Khaled, preceded its release. Notably, the deluxe version garnered six Grammy nominations, including Album of the Year and Best R&B Album, reaffirming Blige’s enduring influence in the music industry.

15. Gratitude (2024)

Tracks

1. Breathing
2. Need You More
3. Beautiful People
4. You Ain’t the Only One
5. Never Give Up on Me
6. Nobody but You
7. Here I Am
8. Don’t Fuck Up
9. Superpowers
10. Can’t Wait for You
11. God’s Child
12. I Got Plans

Gratitude is the fifteenth studio album by American singer Mary J. Blige, due November 15, 2024 via 300 Entertainment and her Mary Jane Productions imprint. The album will be her follow-up to her critically-acclaimed 2022 project Good Morning Gorgeous, and includes guest appearances by Fabolous, Jadakiss and Fat Joe. This may be her final studio album, so Gratitude represents a seminal point in her discography. Songs included within it are “Breathing” and “Need You More,” integrating influences in the contemporary world with R&B. This album appears as a piece included in her For My Fans Tour, during which she testified to sometimes unbelievable talent.

All Mary J. Blige Tours in Order by Year

Blige has quite a productive career in live performances, with time spent on many tours. Some of the headlining tours she has done are Share My World Tour (1997–98), No More Drama Tour (2002), and all her team members in the Good Morning Gorgeous Tour in 2022. Co-headlining would include the Heart of the City Tour with Jay-Z (2007) and the King and Queen of Hearts World Tour with Maxwell from 2016. In addition, Blige opened for legendary artists on tours such as the Humpin’ Around the World Tour with Bobby Brown 1992–93. For the fan of her music history, scouring through Mary J. Blige Tours in Order is a tour de force.

Here is the list of Mary J. Blige Tours in Order by Year:

Headlining:

1. Share My World Tour (1997–98)
2. The Mary Show Tour (2000)
3. No More Drama Tour (2002)
4. Love & Life Tour (2004)
5. The Breakthrough Experience Tour (2006)
6. Growing Pains European Tour (2008)
7. Love Soul Tour (2008)
8. Music Saved My Life Tour (2010–11)
9. The London Sessions Tour (2015)
10. Strength of a Woman Tour (2017)
11. Good Morning Gorgeous Tour (2022)
12. For My Fans Tour (2024)

Co-headlining:

1. Heart of the City Tour (with Jay-Z) (2007)
2. The Liberation Tour (with D’Angelo) (2012–13)
3. King and Queen of Hearts World Tour (with Maxwell) (2016)
4. The Royalty Tour (with Nas) (2019)

Supporting:

1. Humpin’ Around the World Tour (with Bobby Brown) (1992–1993)

Conclusion:

It can be said that Mary J. Blige has really, significantly impacted R&B and hip-hop with the legendary career showcased within her records, listed chronologically. Known as the “Queen of Hip-Hop Soul,” Blige has won numerous Grammys and is one of the more recent, or at least presumably 2024, inductees into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame. Debut Album, What’s the 411? , brought a new mix of R&B and hip-hop to recast popular music, and albums such as My Life remain genre-creators. Hits like “Be Without You” and “Family Affair” place in the company of the greatest ever.

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