Today Aaliyah would have turned 35. With a future as bright as her smile, there is no doubt that she would have continued to be a star. Her life was cut short just before her big break into the film industry, but her legacy is undoubtedly one that remains to be remembered, imitated and forever cherished.

In honor of Aaliyah’s birthday, here’s the last video the star shot before her life was tragically cut short on August 25, 2001.

“Rock The Boat” 

What’s your favorite Aaliyah song?

How would the music game be different if she were still alive?

Sound off below!

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