Olivia (Olivia album)
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| Studio album by Olivia | ||||
| Released | May 15, 2001 | |||
| Recorded | 2000–01 | |||
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| Length | 49:10 | |||
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| Entertainment Weekly | B- |
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Olivia is the debut album by American R&B singer Olivia. It was released on May 15, 2001, by J Records. Olivia was known as "the First Lady of J" as she was the first artist signed to the label. Promotional efforts for the album associated Olivia with a provocative image. The record is a primarily hip hop and R&B record, with lyrical themes that revolve largely around sexuality and romance. It features guest vocals from American rapper Petey Pablo and American R&B singer Jimmy Cozier. Olivia received comparisons to music by rapper Lil' Kim and R&B singers Aaliyah and Mýa. Olivia later expressed disappointment with her lack of control over the recording and promotion of the album and felt she was limited to a "bad girl" image by label executives. After promoting the album, Olivia left the label and was invited to join G-Unit Records by its founder 50 Cent.
The album received mixed reviews from critics, who praised Olivia's attitude while rapping and singing, though some criticized the record's inconsistency, and Olivia's lack of connection to the material. The album was moderately successful in the United States, peaking at number 55 on the Billboard 200 and number 22 on the Top R&B/Hip-Hop Albums charts.
"Bizounce" was released as the lead single from Olivia on March 20, 2001, and peaked at number fifteen on the Billboard Hot 100 chart. The second single "Are U Capable" was released on July 3, 2001; "You Got the Damn Thing (I Like) Remix", a remix of the album track "You Got the Damn Thing", was serviced as the third and final single from the record later that same year. Olivia further promoted the album through several performances on television and live shows and a promotional tour prior to its release.
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