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Mary J—a lady who knows a thing or two about personal struggles—turned out one of 2009's most affecting anthems with "Color," the yearning, torchy ballad used to devastating effect in the critically acclaimed drama Precious.

Through January 17, Sirius XM Radio is honoring the queen of hip-hop soul with an official "Mary J. Blige Week," seven days of special programming featuring interviews, archival clips and new music hosted by MJB herself.

Few can do drama like Ms. No More Drama; watch an exclusive video clip of Blige's raw, intimate take on "Color" in the Sirius XM studio (the audio originally aired on Sirius in December, and re-airs this Sunday on The Heat at 6pm EST)—and her dramatic personal response to the film:

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