22 years ago today, Dr. Dre released “2001” Posted on November 16, 2021On this day, exactly 22 years ago (November 16, 1999), Dr. Dre released his second solo studio album, “2001,” featuring guest appearances from Eminem, The D.O.C., Hittman, Snoop Dogg, Kurupt, Xzibit and Nate Dogg. The album was produced mainly by Dr. Dre and Mel-Man.The album debuted at No. 2 on the US Billboard 200, with first-week sales of 516,000 copies. It also entered at number one on Billboard’s Top R&B/Hip-Hop Albums chart. “2001” is eligible for 8x platinum in the United States for selling more than 8 million copies in the country. “2001” received positive reviews from critics. Its singles were also nominated for the Grammy awards. “Forgot About Dre,” featuring Eminem won Best Rap Performance by a Duo or Group at the 2001 Grammy Awards.You can revisit the legendary hip-hop album below: Related posts:RJ Payne freestyles over "Renegade," shouts out Eminem & Dr. DreOctober 25, 2025Charlie Puth names Eminem's "The Real Slim Shady" one of the greatest songs of all timeJanuary 22, 2026T.I. says Dr. Dre now uses AIJanuary 2, 2026Hip-hop legends defend Dr. Dre after his professionalism was questionedJanuary 2, 2026Cam'ron says Dr. Dre’s perfectionism holds him back releasing new musicJanuary 21, 2026Nailz Beatz speaks studio sessions with Dr. Dre and working with EminemJanuary 26, 2026Share this: Share on Facebook (Opens in new window) Facebook Share on X (Opens in new window) X Share on Reddit (Opens in new window) Reddit Share on Threads (Opens in new window) Threads More Share on Pinterest (Opens in new window) Pinterest Share on Tumblr (Opens in new window) Tumblr Share on WhatsApp (Opens in new window) WhatsApp Share on Telegram (Opens in new window) Telegram Dr. Dre 200122 YearsDr. Dre