On How Life Is

Description

Macy Gray's debut album, On How Life Is, was released in 1999 and can undoubtedly be considered one of the most impressive R&B/Soul debuts. Selling seven million copies worldwide, it reached a broad audience and benefited from airplay beyond genre-specific channels. The single "I Try" became a massive hit, reaching number one in Australia, Ireland, and New Zealand. The album was not only a commercial success but also very popular with critics. It was especially praised for its distinctive and exceptional style, which felt like a breath of fresh air in the genre. The song "I Try" ultimately won the Grammy Award for Best Female Pop Vocal Performance in 2001.