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Grammy Award-winning pop culture icon M\u00fda is marking the 25th anniversary of her landmark second studio album, the RIAA Platinum-certified \u201cFear of Flying\u201d. This era-defining R&B\/Pop album features the chart-topping Y2K hits:<\/p>\n
\u201cCase of the Ex (Whatcha Gonna Do)\u201d
\u201cThe Best of Me\u201d
\u201cFree\u201d<\/p>\n
Available now via Interscope Records\/UMe, the \u201cFear of Flying\u201d 25th Anniversary reissue offers fans the album in exciting new formats:<\/p>\n
* 2 LP Vinyl Set: Pressed on standard black vinyl for the first time since its original release on April 25, 2000. Vinyl collectors can finally own this classic.<\/p>\n
* Dolby Atmos\u00ae Mix: The album is now available in immersive Dolby Atmos sound on supported streaming services, giving a fresh sonic experience to the early 2000s R&B classic.<\/p>\n
* Exclusive Bundle: A limited-edition bundle is available through Complex (ending November 14th, 2025). This exclusive set includes an insert signed by M\u00fda, a vintage T-shirt, and two bonus tracks: \u201cNo Tears On My Pillow\u201d and \u201cFor The First Time.\u201d<\/p>\n
\u201cFear of Flying\u201d signaled a major evolution for M\u00fda, following her critically acclaimed self-titled debut. Having already achieved success with her Top 5 Billboard Hot 100 hit \u201cIt\u2019s All About Me\u201d (with Sisq\u00f3) and high-profile features like Pras Michel\u2019s \u201cGhetto Supastar\u201d (Grammy-nominated) and Blackstreet\u2019s \u201cTake Me There,\u201d M\u00fda took control as a songwriter and producer on this album.<\/p>\n
The project features a powerhouse list of collaborators, including:<\/p>\n
* Rodney Jerkins
* Swizz Beatz (producing the single \u201cThe Best of Me\u201d feat. Jadakiss)
* Wyclef Jean
* Jimmy Jam & Terry Lewis<\/p>\n
The album\u2019s fusion of pop, soul, hip-hop, and R&B defined the futuristic Y2K aesthetic. It peaked at No. 15 on the Billboard 200 and earned a Soul Train Award nomination for Best R&B\/Soul Album. Its smash single, \u201cCase of the Ex,\u201d peaked at No. 2 on the Billboard Hot 100 in December 2000.<\/p>\n
M\u00fda\u2019s trailblazing career continued to soar after Fear of Flying, leading to her Grammy Award win in 2002 for the iconic \u201cLady Marmalade\u201d cover. She remains a noted inspiration for contemporary artists like Normani, Victoria Mon\u00e9t, and Tinashe.<\/p>\n
M\u00fda recently performed \u201cCase of the Ex\u201d at the 2025 BET Awards and continues to release new music, including the recent single \u201cFace to Face\u201d<\/a> from her forthcoming LP.<\/p>\n Ready to dive back into the early 2000s? You can stream \u201cFear of Flying\u201d in Dolby Atmos or purchase the limited edition vinyl now!<\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n