Fader Magazine's Aaliyah Tribute Cover

The Fader pays tribute to the late Aaliyah in its annual Icon issue. The issue features contributions from both professional and personal friends.

“It only took Aaliyah a few albums to make an indelible mark on the world of pop music, but today her influence can be felt across numerous genres,” said Chris Richards, Executive Editor of The Fader. “This issue not only tracks that influence, but also offers a more personal glimpse into the life of a true pop visionary.”

“We was gonna save the world. We was gonna change music every chance we got. We was gonna always be family. Forever.”

Missy Elliott

“If it wasn’t for Aaliyah being the face and voice of [Missy Elliott and Timbaland’s] sound they might have never got to where they did. They were presenting their sort of brilliant but challenging breakthrough music through this beautiful young girl who could sing it perfectly.”

Mark Ronson