January Joy

January Joy is the debut studio album by American singer Mashonda.

Production was handled by Swizz Beatz, who also served as executive producer, DJ Scratch, Neo Da Matrix, Brian "All Day" Miller, Bryan-Michael Cox, Gerald Flowers, Harvey Allbangers, Jason Rome, Mike City, Mr. Devine, Raphael Saadiq, Reggie Flowers, The Buchanans and Victor Flowers, with co-producers Sean Garrett and Bryce Wilson.

It features guest appearances from Jadakiss, Kanye West, Raphael Saadiq, Snoop Dogg and Nas.

"Back of da Club" and "Blackout" made it to the US Hot R&B/Hip-Hop Songs chart, reaching No.

Vibe editor Dimitri Ehrlich wrote about January Joy: "Sexiness [...] pervades her debut, from standout production to her near-orgasmic delivery [...] The album has its delicate moments, too [...] And while Mashonda may not shatter any glasses, she sings like a woman who’s comfortable in her skin.