A limited edition Barbie of Aaliyah sold out within hours of going on sale on what would have been the late R&B singer’s 46th birthday.

Aaliyah has joined the hallowed halls of legendary singers immortalized in Barbie form by doll maker Mattel. The collectible Barbie, which celebrates the artist’s enduring influence on music, fashion and pop culture, became available for pre-order Thursday on what would have been the late star’s 46th birthday.

On what would have been the R&B star's birthday, Mattel has released a special collector Barbie doll of Aaliyah, with pre-orders already selling out. The singer came to prominence in the '90s with songs like "Back and Forth" and "At Your Best,

The limited Aaliyah Barbie doll by Mattel Creations immediately sold out. The doll should also be available through Target for the one-day sale.

Aaliyah's brother, Rashad Haughton, speaks with PEOPLE about the creation process behind the R&B star's brand-new Barbie.

The Aaliyah Barbie is more than just a doll. It is a tribute to a trailblazer whose influence continues to inspire generations. Fans and collectors alike can shop the latest doll to secure this must-have through digital mass retailers including Mattel Shop, Walmart and Amazon.

Across the decades we've seen countless celebs immortalised in Barbie form. We've come a long way since the first Barbie doll was created back in 1959, and since then we've seen a diverse array of famous faces join the ranks,

Mattel's Barbie doll of Aaliyah was released on Thursday to honor the late singer on what would've been her 46th birthday and it sold out on the company's website in a matter of hours.