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Songs About Jane is the debut studio album by American pop-rock band Maroon 5, released in June 2002 on Octone and J Records. Its title refers to Jane Herman, a former girlfriend of frontman Adam Levine, and the songs chronicle the relationship. The album was propelled by the international hit singles Harder to Breathe, This Love, She Will Be Loved, and Sunday Morning, eventually selling more than ten million copies in the United States alone. It established Maroon 5's commercial identity and earned the band a Grammy Award for Best New Artist in 2005.
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When was Maroon 5's "Songs About Jane" released?
"Songs About Jane" was released in June 2002 by J Records. Despite being released in 2002, the album achieved massive global success over the next few years, driven heavily by the hit single "Hard to Breathe."
Who is the Jane in "Songs About Jane"?
The album is named after Jane Herman, a former girlfriend of Maroon 5 frontman Adam Levine. The lyrics throughout the record chronicle the tumultuous timeline of their real-life relationship and subsequent breakup.
What are the biggest hit singles from "Songs About Jane"?
The album produced four massive hit singles that dominated the mid-2000s airwaves: "Hard to Breathe," "This Love," "She Will Be Loved," and "Sunday Morning." These tracks established Maroon 5's signature pop-rock and R&B-infused sound.
How many copies did "Songs About Jane" sell?
The album was a monumental commercial success, eventually selling over 10 million copies in the United States alone. This massive milestone earned the album a coveted Diamond certification from the RIAA.
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