By Rondell Conway

Eight years ago today, Aaliyah Dana Haughton’s amazing life was cut short in a tragic plane crash. To remember the R&B angel here’s 8 Reason Why We STILL Miss You, Baby Girl.

Your stylish on point choreography birthed a new generation of R&B divas that dance. Ciara thanks you much.

You helped bring Timbaland’s futuristic sound to R&B.

…And unleashed Missy Elliott’s dopeness as a songwriter.

You had the talent to do the incredible. You made a Junior Mafia song not featuring Biggie, dope.

When “Romeo Must Die” debuted #2 at the box office, you helped pave the way for R&B divas to land their dream roles.

Speaking of…can you imagine these two dream girls sharing more than a red carpet together? Let’s say a song.

What if? One thing is for certain your talent is the gift that keeps on giving.

And for that we’ll always love and miss you.

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