Monica Denise Arnold, known mononymously as Monica, is an American R&B singer who rose to prominence in the mid-1990s. Her smooth vocals and emotive delivery have made her a staple in the R&B genre, with her debut album "Miss Thang" achieving multi-platinum status. Monica's music often explores themes of love and heartbreak, and she is noted for her soulful ballads and mid-tempo tracks. Her 1998 duet with Brandy, "The Boy Is Mine", became a defining hit of the era, showcasing her powerful vocal abilities and solidifying her place in music history.