Genius - 2000 (2000) Album Today

: Amuro herself contributed lyrics to "Asking Why" under the pen name Nico . Track Listing Make the Connection Complete Tetsuya Komuro Tetsuya Komuro Respect the Power of Love Tetsuya Komuro Leavin' for Las Vegas Dallas Austin Something 'Bout the Kiss Dallas Austin I Have Never Seen Tetsuya Komuro Still in Love Dallas Austin Mi Corazon (Te' Amour) Tetsuya Komuro You Are the One (feat. Imajin) Tetsuya Komuro Kiss-And-Ride Tetsuya Komuro Things I Collected Dallas Austin Next to You Dallas Austin Asking Why Tetsuya Komuro Give It a Try Tetsuya Komuro Tetsuya Komuro

: The album was a "tag team" effort between legendary Japanese producer Tetsuya Komuro and American producer Dallas Austin . This collaboration marked Amuro's first time working with a major U.S. producer. Genius - 2000 (2000) album

: Percussion legend Sheila E. and Lynn Mabry contributed to several tracks, including "Love 2000" and "Mi Corazon (Te' Amour)". : Amuro herself contributed lyrics to "Asking Why"

The 15-track album features notable collaborations and unique credits: This collaboration marked Amuro's first time working with

: Critics often view Genius 2000 as the template for Amuro’s future urban-pop identity. It introduced elements she became famous for, such as rapping, English lyrics, and heavy autotune.

Released on January 26, 2000, is the fourth studio album by Japanese superstar Namie Amuro . It represents a pivotal transition in her career, blending her signature J-pop roots with a heavy emphasis on American-style R&B . Key Album Highlights