History of Lauryn Hill in Timeline
Lauryn Hill is a highly influential American rapper, singer, songwriter, producer, and actress. She is recognized for breaking down barriers for women in rap, merging hip-hop and neo-soul, and blending rap with melodic vocals. Lauded for her vocal talent, she has been featured on lists such as NPR's 50 Great Voices and Rolling Stone's 200 Greatest Singers of All Time. Billboard named her the greatest female rapper in 2015. She has won eight Grammy Awards, the most for any female rapper.
1933: Inspiration from The Mis-Education of the Negro
In 1933, Carter G. Woodson wrote "The Mis-Education of the Negro", which later inspired the title of Lauryn Hill's album "The Miseducation of Lauryn Hill".
1972: Birth of Malaney Hill
In 1972, Malaney Hill, Lauryn Hill's older brother, was born. Lauryn Hill's mother was an English teacher and her father a consultant.
May 26, 1975: Lauryn Hill's Birth
On May 26, 1975, Lauryn Noelle Hill was born. She would become an American rapper, singer, songwriter, record producer, and actress, celebrated as one of the most influential musical artists of her generation.
1988: Appearance on It's Showtime at the Apollo
In 1988, Lauryn Hill appeared as an Amateur Night contestant on "It's Showtime at the Apollo", where she sang her version of Smokey Robinson's "Who's Lovin' You".
1990: Formation of The Fugees
In 1990, Lauryn Hill formed The Fugees with Wyclef Jean and Pras, beginning her journey as the frontwoman of the group.
1991: Acting Debut
In 1991, Lauryn Hill began her acting career with an appearance in "As the World Turns", marking her entry into the entertainment industry.
1993: Roles in 'King of the Hill' and 'Sister Act 2: Back in the Habit'
In 1993, Lauryn Hill appeared in Steven Soderbergh's drama film, "King of the Hill", and gained widespread praise for her performance as Rita in "Sister Act 2: Back in the Habit".
1993: Appearance in King of the Hill and Graduation
In 1993, Lauryn Hill appeared in Steven Soderbergh's motion picture "King of the Hill". She also graduated from Columbia High School in 1993, marking the end of her secondary education.
1993: Co-starring in Sister Act 2: Back in the Habit
In 1993, Lauryn Hill co-starred alongside Whoopi Goldberg in the release "Sister Act 2: Back in the Habit", playing Rita Louise Watson and performing the songs "His Eye Is on the Sparrow" and "Joyful, Joyful".
1993: Portraying Rita Watson in Sister Act 2: Back in the Habit
In 1993, Lauryn Hill portrayed Rita Watson in the film Sister Act 2: Back in the Habit. Her performance in the film inspired Janelle Monáe to pursue an acting career.
1993: Signing with Columbia/Ruffhouse Records
In 1993, The Fugees signed a contract with Columbia/Ruffhouse Records, marking a significant step in their music career.
1994: Release of Blunted on Reality
In 1994, The Fugees released their debut album, "Blunted on Reality".
1996: Meeting Rohan Marley and Pregnancy
During the summer of 1996, Lauryn Hill met Rohan Marley, beginning a relationship while still involved with Wyclef Jean. Hill became pregnant in late 1996.
1996: Foundation of the Refugee Project
In 1996, Lauryn Hill founded the Refugee Project, a non-profit outreach organization aimed at transforming the attitudes and behavior of at-risk urban youth.
1996: Response to Racism Rumors
In 1996, Lauryn Hill responded to a false rumor on The Howard Stern Show that she had made a racist comment on MTV, defending her universal music and belief in God and love for all creations.
1996: Release of The Score
In 1996, The Fugees' second album, "The Score", peaked at No. 1 on the U.S. Billboard 200, sold about seven million copies in the United States and more than 20 million copies worldwide.
1996: The Score Tops Billboard 200, Grammy Award
In 1996, The Fugees' second album, "The Score", topped the Billboard 200 and made Hill the first woman to win a Grammy Award for Best Rap Album. The album featured the hit single "Killing Me Softly". Also, around this time, she collaborated with Nas on the single "If I Ruled the World (Imagine That)".
1996: Rohan Marley's Divorce Document
In 1996, according to a divorce document from Haiti, Rohan Marley was divorced.
1996: Pitchfork Named Her as One of the 200 Most Influential Artists Since 1996
In 2021, Pitchfork named Lauryn Hill as one of the 200 most influential artists since 1996, highlighting her impact and enduring influence on music.
August 3, 1997: Birth of Zion David Marley
On August 3, 1997, Lauryn Hill and Rohan Marley's first child, Zion David, was born, marking a significant milestone in their relationship.
1997: Fugees since 1997
For the first time since 1997, the Fugees performed in September 2004 at Dave Chappelle's Block Party in the Bedford–Stuyvesant neighborhood of Brooklyn.
1997: Cameo appearance in Hav Plenty
In 1997, Lauryn Hill had a cameo appearance in the film "Hav Plenty", adding to her portfolio of film appearances.
1997: Rendition of "Can't Take My Eyes Off You"
In 1997, Lauryn Hill's rendition of "Can't Take My Eyes Off You" for the film Conspiracy Theory appeared on Billboard charts.
1997: Benefit event for the Refugee Project
In 1997, a benefit event for the Refugee Project introduced a board of trustees that included Sean Combs, Mariah Carey, Busta Rhymes, Spike Lee, and others.
1997: Recording of The Miseducation of Lauryn Hill Begins
Lauryn Hill began recording her solo record "The Miseducation of Lauryn Hill" from late 1997 through June 1998 at Tuff Gong Studios in Jamaica.
June 1998: Recording of The Miseducation of Lauryn Hill Concludes
The recording of Lauryn Hill's solo record, "The Miseducation of Lauryn Hill", concluded in June 1998 at Tuff Gong Studios in Jamaica.
August 25, 1998: Release of The Miseducation of Lauryn Hill
On August 25, 1998, "The Miseducation of Lauryn Hill" was released, receiving rave reviews from contemporary music critics and becoming the most acclaimed album of the year.
November 1998: Birth of Selah Louise Marley
In November 1998, Lauryn Hill and Rohan Marley's second child, Selah Louise, was born. Lauryn Hill expressed the challenges of being a young mother of two.
November 1998: New Ark Lawsuit
In November 1998, New Ark filed a lawsuit against Lauryn Hill, her management, and record label, claiming they were not properly credited for their work on The Miseducation of Lauryn Hill.
1998: Last Comprehensive Set of Studio Recordings Before 'What Happened, Miss Simone?'
Before releasing 'What Happened, Miss Simone?' in 2015, Lauryn Hill's album The Miseducation of Lauryn Hill, released in 1998, was her last comprehensive set of studio recordings.
1998: Commercial Success of The Miseducation of Lauryn Hill
In 1998, "The Miseducation of Lauryn Hill" sold nearly 423,000 copies in its first week and topped the Billboard 200 for four weeks and the Billboard R&B Albums chart for six weeks.
1998: Role in the film Restaurant
In 1998, Lauryn Hill took up a small, but important role in the film "Restaurant", where she played the protagonist's pregnant former girlfriend.
1998: Release of "The Miseducation of Lauryn Hill"
In 1998, Lauryn Hill's debut solo album, "The Miseducation of Lauryn Hill", opened at No. 1 on the Billboard 200 to widespread critical acclaim. The album included standout tracks such as "Ex-Factor", "Nothing Even Matters", and "Lost Ones".
1998: Time Declared Her the 'Queen of Hip Hop'
In 1998, Time declared Lauryn Hill as the "Queen of Hip Hop", solidifying her impact and influence in the music industry.
1998: Release of Doo Wop (That Thing)
In 1998, the first single released from the album, "Doo Wop (That Thing)", debuted at No. 1 on the Billboard Hot 100 chart, combining feelings of self-empowerment with self-defense.
1998: Lauryn Hill released The Miseducation of Lauryn Hill
Lauryn Hill's album, The Miseducation of Lauryn Hill released in 1998, is considered as a classic gem that have become samples for many rap game MVPs
February 1999: NAACP Image Awards
In February 1999, Lauryn Hill received four awards at the 30th Annual NAACP Image Awards.
May 1999: Ebony and People Magazine Recognition
In May 1999, Lauryn Hill was named the youngest woman on Ebony magazine's 100+ Most Influential Black Americans list and made People magazine's 50 Most Beautiful People list.
June 1999: Essence Award and Public Reaction
In June 1999, Lauryn Hill received an Essence Award, but her acceptance speech drew criticism from those who thought she was not a good role model as a young, unwed mother of two.
1999: Multiple Grammy wins including Album of the Year
At the 41st Annual Grammy Awards in 1999, Lauryn Hill won five Grammy Awards, including Album of the Year for 'The Miseducation of Lauryn Hill'. This made it the first Hip hop album to win the award. That night, she also set the record for most nominations for a female artist and became the first female rapper to win Best New Artist.
1999: Last Billboard Chart Appearance as Lead Artist Before "Repercussions"
Before the 2010 release of Repercussions, Lauryn Hill had not made a Billboard chart appearance as a lead artist since 1999.
1999: Earnings from Record Sales and Touring
During 1999, Lauryn Hill earned $25 million from record sales and touring, underscoring her commercial success and popularity.
1999: Billboard Considered Hill's Success a Breakthrough for Female Rappers
In 1999, Billboard considered Lauryn Hill's success to be a breakthrough for female rappers, leading to a brief increase of female rappers in the music industry, dubbed 'The Lauryn Hill Effect'.
1999: Cover of Time magazine and neo soul pioneer
In 1999, Lauryn Hill appeared on the cover of Time magazine, the only black musician to do so that decade. With 'The Miseducation of Lauryn Hill', she pioneered the neo soul movement, achieving mainstream success and becoming the best-selling neo soul album of all time.
1999: MTV Video Music Award for Video of the Year
In 1999, Lauryn Hill became the first black solo act to win MTV Video Music Award for Video of the Year, marking a significant milestone in her career and the music industry.
1999: Cover of Time, Duet with Bob Marley
In 1999, Lauryn Hill became the first rapper to appear on the cover of Time. Later that year, her duet with Bob Marley, "Turn Your Lights Down Low", reached the top ten internationally.
1999: Grammy Nominations and Wins
In 1999, Lauryn Hill became the first woman to be nominated in ten categories at the Grammy Awards. She also broke a record by becoming the first woman to win five times in one night, taking home awards for Album of the Year, Best R&B Album, Best R&B Song, Best Female R&B Vocal Performance, and Best New Artist.
1999: Co-production of Santana's album Supernatural
In 1999, Lauryn Hill co-produced Santana's successful album "Supernatural", for which she won a Grammy Award for Album of the Year, showcasing her versatility as a producer.
1999: Collaboration with the Federal government of the United States for an anti-drug campaign
In 1999, Lauryn Hill collaborated with the Federal government of the United States for an anti-drug campaign.
1999: Partnership with Levi Strauss & Co. and Armani
In 1999, Lauryn Hill partnered with Levi Strauss & Co. to create custom outfits for her Miseducation Tour. Hill also partnered with Armani during the late 1990s; the brand designed multiple custom looks for Hill and helped sponsored her Miseducation of Lauryn Hill tour.
1999: Recognized for Popularizing Dreadlocks
In 1999, PopSugar highlighted Lauryn Hill as the originator in the recent natural hair revival due to popularizing dreadlocks in the mainstream, and Stylist mentioned Hill gracing the cover of Time in locs, and being named one of People's 50 Most Beautiful People as definitive moments in the history of black hair.
July 11, 2000: National Youth Anti-Drug Media Campaign Hearing
On July 11, 2000, a hearing evaluating the National Youth Anti-Drug Media Campaign was held at Congress. It was announced that Lauryn Hill's ad was the most popular, with nearly 95 percent of polled youth stating they were affected by the ad.
2000: Depositions in New Ark Lawsuit
During the latter part of 2000, depositions took place regarding the New Ark lawsuit against Lauryn Hill, illustrating the difficult boundaries between songwriting and other aspects of arranging, sampling, and recording.
2000: John Galliano Chose Hill as Muse for Dior Spring/Summer Collection
In 2000, John Galliano selected Lauryn Hill as his muse for the Dior Spring/Summer collection. This collection, inspired by Hill, included models with dreadlocks and hoop earrings and introduced the Dior 'Saddle Bag'.
2000: Withdrawal from Public Eye
In 2000, Lauryn Hill dropped out of the public eye, overwhelmed by the pressures of fame. She fired her management team, attended Bible study classes, stopped doing interviews, watching television, and listening to music, and associated with a "spiritual advisor" named Brother Anthony.
2000: Grammy Award for Santana's Supernatural Album
In early 2000, Lauryn Hill was one of the producers to share the Grammy Award for Album of the Year for Santana's 1999 multi-million-selling Supernatural album, whereon she had written, produced, and rapped on the track "Do You Like the Way". She was also nominated for Best R&B Song for "All That I Can Say" for Mary J. Blige. Her duet with Bob Marley on "Turn Your Lights Down Low" also received a Grammy nomination.
February 2001: Settlement of New Ark Lawsuit
In February 2001, Lauryn Hill settled the lawsuit filed by New Ark out of court, reportedly paying them $5 million.
July 2001: MTV Unplugged Special Taping
In July 2001, Lauryn Hill, while pregnant, unveiled new material to a small crowd for a taping of an MTV Unplugged special.
2001: Birth of Third Child
Around 2001, Lauryn Hill and Rohan Marley's third child, Joshua Omaru, was born.
May 2002: Release of MTV Unplugged No. 2.0
In May 2002, Lauryn Hill released a live album of her MTV Unplugged concert, titled MTV Unplugged No. 2.0, which received mixed reviews from critics.
2002: Closure of Refugee Project
By 2002, Lauryn Hill had shut down her non-profit Refugee Project, citing a desire for things to come from a place of passion rather than obligation.
2002: Release of 'MTV Unplugged No. 2.0'
In 2002, Lauryn Hill's Grammy-nominated live album "MTV Unplugged No. 2.0" debuted in the Billboard 200 top five and achieved platinum status.
December 2003: Vatican Performance and Controversy
In December 2003, Lauryn Hill spoke of "corruption, exploitation, and abuses" regarding the molestation of boys by Catholic priests during a performance in Vatican City. Her comments drew criticism from the Catholic League.
2003: Move to Own Place in Miami
Around 2003, Lauryn Hill moved out of the high-end Miami hotel where she had been living with Rohan Marley into her own place in that city. By 2003, Columbia Records had spent more than $2.5 million funding a new album.
2003: Christmas Benefit Concert at the Vatican
In 2003, Lauryn Hill spoke out against sexual abuse of children by priests during a Christmas benefit concert at the Vatican, sparking controversy. Hill stated that "God has been a witness to the corruption of his leadership, to the exploitation and abuses. It is the least one can say about the clergy."
September 2004: Fugees Performance at Dave Chappelle's Block Party
In September 2004, the Fugees performed at Dave Chappelle's Block Party in Brooklyn, with Lauryn Hill's nearly a cappella rendition of "Killing Me Softly".
2004: Contributions and Grammy Nomination
In 2004, Lauryn Hill contributed "The Passion" to The Passion of the Christ: Songs. A remix with John Legend of his song "So High" received a Grammy nomination. She also began selling a pay-per-view music video of the song "Social Drugs" through her website, along with autographed merchandise.
June 2005: Fugees Appearance at BET Awards
In June 2005, the Fugees appeared at the BET Awards, opening the show with a 12-minute set.
2005: Start of Period of Unfiled Taxes
In 2005, Lauryn Hill began a period where she failed to file taxes on her income, which eventually led to tax fraud charges in 2012.
2005: Irritated Wyclef Jean During a Tour
In 2005, Lauryn Hill irritated Wyclef Jean during a short tour by failing to appear on stage with the rest of the Fugees until 45–50 minutes into the performance.
2005: Live 8 Benefit Concert Performance
In 2005, Lauryn Hill performed during the Live 8 benefit concert to raise awareness about global poverty.
2005: Statements about Music and MTV Unplugged 2.0
In 2005, Lauryn Hill stated that if she made music, it would only be to provide information to her children. She also reflected on the songs from 2.0, describing them as transitional and documenting both distress and joy.
2005: End of Fugees Reunion
In late 2005, the Fugees reunion tour in Europe ended due to old tensions resurfacing between Lauryn Hill and other members, preventing a new album from being recorded.
March 3, 2006: Release of Dave Chappelle's Block Party Film
On March 3, 2006, the Dave Chappelle's Block Party film, recorded in 2004, was released to universal acclaim, featuring the Fugees' performance.
June 2007: New Album and Soundtrack Release
In June 2007, Sony Records announced that Lauryn Hill had been recording and re-entered the studio to make a new album. Also in June 2007, Hill released a new song, "Lose Myself", on the soundtrack to the film Surf's Up.
August 2007: Late Arrival at Brooklyn Show
In August 2007, Lauryn Hill was 2.5 hours late for a free Brooklyn show at the Martin Luther King Jr. Concert Series.
2007: End of Period of Unfiled Taxes Leading to Tax Fraud Charges
2007 marks the end of the period of unfiled taxes by Lauryn Hill, which resulted in tax fraud charges in June 2012. During this time, Hill earned $1.8 million without filing taxes.
August 2008: Living in South Orange, New Jersey
By August 2008, Lauryn Hill was living with her mother and children in her hometown of South Orange, New Jersey.
2008: Start of Unreported Income Period
In 2008, Lauryn Hill had unreported income for 2008 and 2009 in addition to the original tax fraud charges.
2008: Claims of Hiatus and Public Appearance
In mid-2008, reports claimed that Columbia Records believed Lauryn Hill to be on hiatus, but Rohan Marley disputed these claims. One of Hill's few public appearances in 2008 was at a Martha Stewart book signing in New Jersey.
April 2009: European Summer Festivals Tour Announcement
In April 2009, it was reported that Lauryn Hill would embark on a 10-day tour of European summer festivals during mid-July. However, the tour faced challenges, with Hill performing only two shows, passing out on stage during her second performance, and ultimately leading to the cancellation of the entire tour due to unspecified health reasons.
2009: Continuation of Unreported Income Period
In 2009, Lauryn Hill had unreported income for 2008 and 2009 in addition to the original tax fraud charges.
January 2010: Return to Live Stage at Raggamuffin Music Festival
In January 2010, Lauryn Hill returned to the live stage, performing at the Raggamuffin Music Festival in New Zealand and Australia, marking a return to performing after a period of relative absence.
April 2010: Release of Unofficial Compilation Album "Khulami Phase"
In April 2010, an unofficial compilation album titled "Khulami Phase" was released, featuring songs performed and recorded by Lauryn Hill over the past six years, along with other material from the Ms. Hill compilation.
June 2010: Harmony Festival Performance
In June 2010, Lauryn Hill made her first live American performance in several years at the Harmony Festival in Santa Rosa, California.
July 2010: Leak of Unreleased Song "Repercussions"
In late July 2010, an unreleased song called "Repercussions" by Lauryn Hill leaked via the Internet, debuting at No. 94 on Billboard's Hot R&B/Hip-Hop Songs and peaking at No. 83 the following week.
August 2010: Performance of 'The Miseducation of Lauryn Hill' at Rock the Bells Festival
In August 2010, Lauryn Hill joined the Rock the Bells hip-hop festival series in the U.S. and performed her album 'The Miseducation of Lauryn Hill' in its entirety for the first time as part of that year's theme of rendering classic albums.
December 2010: Late Arrival in Boston
In December 2010, Lauryn Hill took the stage in Boston two-and-a-half hours late, continuing her reputation for tardiness.
July 2011: Birth of Sixth Child, Micah
In July 2011, Lauryn Hill gave birth to her sixth child, Micah, who was her first child not with Rohan Marley; the father's identity remains publicly unknown.
February 2012: Performance of New Song "Fearless Vampire Killer"
In February 2012, Lauryn Hill performed a new song titled "Fearless Vampire Killer" during a sold-out performance at the Warner Theater in Washington, D.C.
June 2012: Guilty Plea to Tax Charges
In June 2012, Lauryn Hill appeared in the United States District Court for the District of New Jersey in Newark and pleaded guilty to tax charges. Her attorney stated she would make restitution for the back taxes she owed.
June 2012: Tax Fraud Charges Filed
In June 2012, Lauryn Hill was charged with three counts of tax fraud for failing to file taxes on $1.8 million of income earned between 2005 and 2007.
2012: VH1 Ranked Hill as One of the Greatest Woman in Music
In 2012, VH1 ranked Lauryn Hill as one of the Greatest Women in Music, recognizing her contributions and impact on the music industry.
April 2013: Criticism for Lack of Tax Restitution
By April 2013, Lauryn Hill had only paid back $50,000 of the $554,000 she owed immediately in back taxes, leading to criticism from U.S. Magistrate Judge Madeline Cox Arleo.
May 4, 2013: Release of "Neurotic Society (Compulsory Mix)"
On May 4, 2013, Lauryn Hill released her first official single in over a decade, "Neurotic Society (Compulsory Mix)". Hill said she was required to release the song immediately due to an impending legal deadline.
May 6, 2013: Sentenced to Prison for Tax Fraud
On May 6, 2013, Lauryn Hill was sentenced to serve three months in prison for failing to file taxes/tax fraud, followed by three months of house arrest as part of a year of supervised probation. By this point, Hill had fully paid back $970,000 in back taxes and penalties she owed.
July 8, 2013: Reports to Prison
On July 8, 2013, Lauryn Hill reported to the minimum-security Federal Correctional Institution, Danbury, to begin serving her three-month prison sentence for tax fraud.
October 4, 2013: Release from Prison
On October 4, 2013, Lauryn Hill was released from prison a few days early for good behavior and began her home confinement and probationary periods. She also released a single called "Consumerism" that she had finished while incarcerated.
November 2014: Erratic Behavior at Voodoo Fest
In November 2014, Lauryn Hill drew media attention for her erratic behavior, appearing late twice in the same day for sets at Voodoo Fest.
2014: Release of "Black Rage" and Amnesty International Benefit Concert
In 2014, Lauryn Hill released the song "Black Rage" to SoundCloud in protest of the killing of Michael Brown. She also performed at the Amnesty International 'Bringing Human Rights Home' benefit concert in New York, giving a rendition of "Black Rage".
2014: Named Most Influential Woman in Hip Hop History by AllHipHop
In 2014, Lauryn Hill was named the most influential woman in hip hop history by AllHipHop, highlighting her significant impact on the genre.
2015: Named Greatest Female Rapper by Billboard
In 2015, Billboard named Lauryn Hill the greatest female rapper, solidifying her impact and influence on the music industry.
2015: Billboard Ranked Hill as Seventh Greatest Rapper of All Time
In 2015, Billboard ranked Lauryn Hill as the seventh greatest rapper of all time on their "10 Best Rappers of All Time" list, and she was the only woman on the list.
2015: Canceled Show in Israel
In 2015, Lauryn Hill canceled a show in Israel following a social media campaign urging her to boycott Israel over its occupation of Palestinian land. She clarified that she doesn't take sides but believes in dignity for all.
2015: Contribution to 'What Happened, Miss Simone?' Soundtrack
In 2015, Lauryn Hill contributed her voice to the soundtrack for 'What Happened, Miss Simone?', a documentary about Nina Simone. She recorded six songs for the record and also served as a producer alongside Robert Glasper.
2015: Golden Note Award from ASCAP
In 2015, Lauryn Hill received the Golden Note Award from the American Society of Composers, Authors and Publishers (ASCAP), recognizing her successful music career as a songwriter and producer for other artists.
2015: Recognition as a Fashion Icon
In 2015, Vogue mentioned Lauryn Hill as one of the female hip hop entertainers of 1990s, whose style they considered to be influential to 2010s fashion. She was hailed as a fashion and music icon by CR Fashion Book and was also included on the list of the most stylish rappers of all time by Complex.
2015: Influence on Hamilton
In 2015, the Broadway musical Hamilton was heavily influenced by Lauryn Hill, with creator Lin-Manuel Miranda naming her as one of his favorite rappers and referencing "Lost Ones" and her verse from the Fugees single "Ready or Not".
April 2016: Hosting and Headlining Diaspora Calling! Festival
In April 2016, Lauryn Hill hosted and headlined the inaugural Diaspora Calling! festival at the Kings Theatre in Brooklyn, showcasing musicians and artists from around the African diaspora.
May 2016: Late Arrival in Atlanta
In May 2016, Lauryn Hill was two hours late for a show in Atlanta, performing for only 40 minutes due to the venue's strict curfew, explaining she was "aligning my energy with the time".
2016: Frank Ocean sampled songs from MTV Unplugged No. 2.0
In 2016, Frank Ocean sampled Hill's songs from her live album MTV Unplugged No. 2.0 on the Jazmine Sullivan-featured "Rushes" from his album Endless
2016: Release of "Rebel" on Tidal
In 2016, Lauryn Hill released an updated version of her 2002 track "I Find It Hard to Say (Rebel)" from her MTV Unplugged No. 2.0 album, now entitled "Rebel". The song was released exclusively on Tidal and performed at the Tidal X 1015 charity concert.
2017: Alexander Wang and Tory Burch Collections Inspired by Hill
In 2017, Alexander Wang's hip hop-based collection and Tory Burch's resort collection were both inspired by Lauryn Hill.
2017: NPR rates the album as the second-best album of all time created by a woman
In 2017, NPR rated "The Miseducation of Lauryn Hill" as the second-best album of all time created by a woman, highlighting its lasting impact and significance.
2018: Rosalía Thanked Her for Being Influential
During her 2018 Grammy award acceptance speech, Spanish singer Rosalía thanked Lauryn Hill for being influential to her.
2018: Most Sampled Artists of the Year
In 2018, Lauryn Hill became one of the most sampled artists of the year, with her single "Ex-Factor" being sampled on Cardi B's "Be Careful" and Drake's "Nice for What", while A$AP Rocky and Frank Ocean released "Purity" which sampled "I Gotta Find Peace of Mind".
2018: Lizzo Acknowledged Lauryn Hill as an Inspiration for Singing and Rapping
In 2018, Lizzo stated that hearing Lauryn Hill inspired her to incorporate singing into her debut record, which was influenced by The Miseducation of Lauryn Hill. She added, "I was always afraid of being a singer, but then when I heard Lauryn Hill, I was like, maybe I can do both".
2018: A Star Is Born Remake Release
In 2018, the remake of A Star Is Born was released, with Lady Gaga in the role that Lauryn Hill had reportedly turned down previously.
November 27, 2019: Release of "Guarding the Gates" for 'Queen & Slim' Soundtrack
On November 27, 2019, Lauryn Hill recorded a studio version of her song, "Guarding the Gates", for the movie Queen & Slim, which appears on the album, Queen & Slim: The Soundtrack.
2019: Ranked No. 1 on Ranker poll of the greatest singer/rappers
In 2019, Lauryn Hill ranked No. 1 on the Ranker poll of the greatest singer/rappers, solidifying her versatile talent and influence.
2019: Scholarships for Alpha Institute in Kingston, Jamaica
In 2019, Lauryn Hill, through her MLH Fund, provided 10 scholarships for the 2019–2020 academic year to students at Alpha Institute in Kingston, Jamaica.
2020: Scholarships for Alpha Institute in Kingston, Jamaica
In 2020, Lauryn Hill, through her MLH Fund, provided 10 scholarships for the 2019–2020 academic year to students at Alpha Institute in Kingston, Jamaica.
2020: Minaj Reference to Lauryn Hill in 'Say So Remix'
In 2020, Nicki Minaj referenced Lauryn Hill in the U.S. number one single "Say So Remix", rapping, "Spittin' like Weezy, Foxy, plus Lauryn".
2020: 'The Miseducation of Lauryn Hill' ranked among greatest albums
In 2020, Rolling Stone listed 'The Miseducation of Lauryn Hill' as the 10th-Greatest Album of All Time on their 500 Greatest Albums of All Time list, acknowledging its lasting impact and critical acclaim.
December 2021: Virgil Abloh Memorial Service
In December 2021, Lauryn Hill performed at Virgil Abloh's memorial service after his death from a rare form of cancer. Abloh had previously named Hill as his "forever muse".
2021: Diamond certification and inclusion on greatest songs lists
In 2021, 'The Miseducation of Lauryn Hill' achieved Diamond certification by the RIAA, making Lauryn Hill the first female hip hop artist to receive this honor in the United States. Additionally, Rolling Stone included "Doo Wop (That Thing)" and the Fugees' "Killing Me Softly" on their 500 Greatest Songs list.
2021: Nomination for Black Music and Entertainment Walk of Fame
In 2021, Lauryn Hill was among the first nominees for the Black Music and Entertainment Walk of Fame, marking a significant recognition of her contributions to music and entertainment.
2021: Pitchfork Named Her as One of the 200 Most Influential Artists Since 1996
In 2021, Pitchfork named Lauryn Hill as one of the 200 most influential artists since 1996, highlighting her impact and enduring influence on music.
2022: Induction into Black Music and Entertainment Walk of Fame
In 2022, Lauryn Hill was inducted into the Black Music and Entertainment Walk of Fame, solidifying her legacy and impact on the music industry and culture.
2022: Daniel Roseberry's Schiaparelli collection inspired by Hill
In 2022, Lauryn Hill was named among Daniel Roseberry's influences for the Spring/Summer Schiaparelli collection.
November 2023: Criticism for lateness and response
In November 2023, Lauryn Hill faced widespread criticism for arriving late to a show in Los Angeles. Her response, suggesting fans should feel "lucky" she performs nightly, stirred further controversy, especially following her doctor's advice for vocal rest due to vocal injuries.
2023: Rolling Stone Ranked Hill at number 136 on its list of the 200 Greatest Singers of All Time
In 2023, Rolling Stone ranked Lauryn Hill at number 136 on its list of the 200 Greatest Singers of All Time, acknowledging her vocal talent and impact on music.
April 14, 2024: Coachella Performance and Fugees Reunion
On April 14, 2024, Lauryn Hill made her return to the stage at Coachella. Hill's son, YG Marley, was performing when Hill surprised the crowd by making an appearance. Hill performed several solo songs from her career, but was also reunited with former Fugees bandmate, Wyclef Jean, to perform numerous beloved hit songs.
August 2024: Cancellation of Fugees Reunion Tour
In August 2024, The Fugees were scheduled to start a reunion tour but the U.S. dates were quietly canceled three days before the first show. Hill cited "clickbait headlines" and low-ticket sales as an explanation. Pras released a diss track titled "Bar Mitzfa" which criticized Hill that same month.
October 2024: Pras Sues Hill for Breach of Contract and Fraud
In October 2024, Pras sued Hill for breach of contract and fraud, accusing her of mismanaging the budgeting of their tour in "a veiled and devious attempt to make a big score for herself".
2024: Induction into Grammy Hall of Fame and Apple Music's best albums list
In 2024, 'The Miseducation of Lauryn Hill' was selected for induction into the Grammy Hall of Fame by The Recording Academy. Additionally, Apple Music featured it as the number one album on their 2024 list of the 100 best albums.
2024: Singing on Warriors concept album
In 2024, Lauryn Hill sings on the concept album by Lin-Manuel Miranda and Eisa Davis, Warriors.
2024: Mini Fugees Reunion During Coachella Set
In 2024, Lauryn Hill was joined by Wyclef Jean for a mini Fugees reunion during her Coachella set, with her son YG Marley also performing.
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