Album: Christina Milian

Introduction
"Christina Milian" is the self-titled launching album by American singer, songwriter, and starlet Christina Milian. Launched on October 9, 2001, by Def Soul Recordings, the album showcases Milian's R&B- and pop-infused noise. Despite not being a business hit in the United States, it handled to acquire a considerable following and carried out well in worldwide markets, particularly the United Kingdom.

Background and Production
Christina Milian began her music profession by singing jingles and supplying background vocals for numerous artists. She eventually landed a recording agreement with Island Def Jam Music Group. Before the release of her debut album, Milian appeared in a couple of movies and television series and added to various artists' tracks.

For her self-titled album, Milian dealt with numerous popular producers, consisting of Bloodshy & Avant, Jerkins, Cory Rooney, and Evan Rogers. These cooperations resulted in an urban pop noise with R&B and dance aspects that noticeably set her apart from her contemporaries.

Material and Singles
"Christina Milian" makes up twelve tracks that showcase her flexible singing ability, appealing melodies, and energetic beats. The songs delve into styles of love, relationships, and female empowerment.

The album generated two singles: "AM to PM", launched on July 24, 2001, and "When You Look at Me", released on February 19, 2002. Both songs achieved moderate success in the United States but gained considerable appeal internationally. "AM to PM" reached the top 5 in the UK, top twenty in Australia and New Zealand, and charted at number 27 on the US Billboard Hot 100. The tune's transmittable dance beat and catchy hook made it an instantaneous favorite amongst listeners. The video, directed by Dave Meyers, features Milian dancing in a club to signify her transition from day to night.

"When You Look at Me" performed even much better in the UK, peaking at number three, and getting in the top forty in different European countries. It showcased Milian's emotional voice and strong mindset, along with a catchy tune and remarkable chorus. The music video depicts Milian as a confident girl who gets the attention of everyone around her while performing the tune.

Reception and Legacy
While the album received blended reviews from music critics, who appreciated Milian's vocal prowess and the appealing hooks but criticized its lack of creativity, it enjoyed moderate success. The album peaked at number 23 on the UK Albums Chart and was licensed Gold by the British Phonographic Industry (BPI). It also charted in France, Germany, and the Netherlands.

Regardless of the album's fairly low industrial performance in the United States, "Christina Milian" assisted pave the way for her subsequent albums: "It's About Time" (2004) and "So Amazin'" (2006). The songs from her debut album remain some of her most well-known tunes to date.

Recently, Christina Milian has shifted her focus from music to acting, starring in different television series and movies. In spite of this, her self-titled launching album stays a fundamental part of pop and R&B history and encapsulates the vibrant sound of the early 2000s.