May 22nd 2024.
Apple Music recently announced their list of the 100 best albums of all time, and it's causing quite a stir among fans. Topping the list is Lauryn Hill's iconic 1998 debut album, "The Miseducation of Lauryn Hill." However, not everyone agrees with this choice.
The list was revealed on Wednesday, with Hill's album claiming the number one spot over other legendary albums such as Michael Jackson's "Thriller," The Beatles' "Abbey Road," and Nirvana's "Nevermind." Fans took to social media to congratulate Hill on her well-deserved accomplishment, with many praising the album for its impact on the rap culture.
But not everyone was pleased with the list. While Hill and her fans celebrated, some music lovers expressed their disappointment with the absence of other great artists like Britney Spears, Queen, and Bruno Mars. One fan even went as far as to say that Hill's album should not have beaten out Jackson's "Thriller."
Despite the backlash, Hill graciously accepted the recognition and spoke to Apple Music about what the album means to her. She acknowledged that it was not just her own achievement, but a result of the collective love and sacrifice from many people involved in the making of the album.
This is not the first time Hill and her album have received notable recognition. "The Miseducation of Lauryn Hill" debuted at number one on the Billboard 200 and made history by becoming the first rap album to win Album of the Year at the Grammy Awards in 1999. It also broke records for first-week sales by a female artist, selling close to 432,000 copies.
Fans can't seem to agree on the best album of all time, and Apple Music's list certainly sparked a lot of discussion. According to the streaming service, the top 10 albums include Hill's "The Miseducation of Lauryn Hill," Jackson's "Thriller," The Beatles' "Abbey Road," Prince's "Purple Rain," Frank Ocean's "Blonde," Stevie Wonder's "Songs in the Key of Life," Kendrick Lamar's "good kid, m.A.A.d city," Amy Winehouse's "Back to Black," Nirvana's "Nevermind," and Beyoncé's "Lemonade."
To determine the number one album of all time, Apple Music consulted a group of external voters, including artists, songwriters, producers, and media members. This 10-day countdown marked the end of the music giant's celebration of great albums.
And it's not just Hill who has reason to celebrate. Other notable artists such as Beyoncé, The Beatles, Stevie Wonder, Prince, and Radiohead all have multiple albums on the list. It's also worth noting that Bad Bunny is the only Latino artist to make the list, with his 2022 album "Un Verano Sin Ti" ranking at number 76.
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