Adele has been one of the world’s leading artists over the past two decades. She started her music career in 2006 after graduating from the BRIT School and swiftly gained recognition. Within two years, she had won the Critics’ Choice Brit Award and the BBC Sound of 2008 and released her debut album, ’19’, which earned her two Grammy Awards.
From record-breaking sales to top-charting albums and numerous awards — enhanced by a heavenly voice and lyrical harmony, Adele has established herself as one of the world’s finest stars.
The London-born artist possesses a rich, velvety, and stunning voice that touches every listener, evoking emotions that can bring tears, a high-pitched melody that leaves you breathless, and a harmonious symphony that inspires admiration for your loved ones.
She’s currently embarking on her ‘Adele in Munich’ residency concert which is held specifically at a specially built 80,000-seat outdoor arena at Messe München in Germany. Adele tickets for the events are in huge demand with fans desperate to hear her sing some of her best known hits.
Here’s a list of some of her most successful musical discographies over the years:
1: Rolling in the Deep
Rolling in the Deep was released in 2011. It was the number-one song on her second studio album 21. The song solidified Adele’s pop status. It is a heartbreak anthem about moving on from a toxic relationship. Rolling in the Deep charted at no. 1 in 11 countries, including the US Billboard Hot 100. With over 1.5 billion streams on Spotify and 2.5 billion views on YouTube. Adele poured her heart into this song. Furthermore, over 17 million copies were sold worldwide, making it one of the best-selling singles of all time. She won 3 Grammy Awards at the 54th Grammy Awards Ceremony, Record of the Year, Song of the Year, and Best Short Film Music Video.
2. Someone Like You
The 25th best-selling song in the UK, of all time, and arguably her finest song. ‘Someone Like You’ is a melancholic ballad about regret and longing after a broken relationship. Her fans connected to this song. It charted no. 1 in 5 countries including the UK. It settled at no. 1 on the US Billboard Hot 100, six times certified platinum work of art. A massive feat in the first week of release. She won Best Pop Solo Performance at the Grammy Awards. Another star on her crown. The streaming records are to the roof, with over 1.5 billion streamed on Spotify, 1.2 billion views on YouTube.
3. Hello
In 2015, the British singer released her third studio album 25, and ‘Hello’ was the first track on the album. With soulful and powerful vocals, the song expresses itself. ‘Hello, from the other side…’ The song is a statement of regret, forgiveness and personal growth. Charting at no. 1 on the US Billboard Hot 100, including no. 1 in 36 countries worldwide.
‘Hello’ was received with acclaim and success. It was so successful it sold over 200 copies and broke multiple streaming records. At the 59th Grammy Awards ceremony, she was awarded 2 Grammy Awards; Record of the Year, and Song of the Year. A song that should be set on repeat.
4. When We Were Young
Just like every adult, we all did many things when we were young, some good, some bad and some were just wild.
The 16-time Grammy Award winner uses this song to take many back in time to when they were young, to remind them of past relationships that have built them, beautiful memories and to help them relive them while they listen.
With over 1.2 billion streams on Spotify, ‘When We Were Young’ was released in 2015 as the second track on her third album 25. It grossed over 10 million in sales from copies of the song, worldwide. It debuted at no. 1 in 5 countries and sat at no. 9 in the US Billboard Hot 100 during the first few weeks of its release. The song earned her another Grammy award for Best Pop Solo Performance.
5. Easy on Me
A heartfelt ballad about co-parenting and personal growth after a divorce are the themes of this song. She had just gone through a divorce with her partner, Simon Konecki. ‘Easy on Me’ was another way she dealt with the emotional effects of the divorce and of course, another masterpiece for others in the same state. Ironically, the world needed something sad to help heal from the impact of the coronavirus pandemic. No wonder it broke multiple streaming records, selling over 5 million copies worldwide. She won a Grammy award for Record of the Year and was also nominated for Song of the Year. A grand feat for the London singer who just wanted to get back on her feet.
6. Chasing Pavements
The song was one of Adele’s breakthrough hits, released in 2008 as a track on her debut album, ‘19’. It established Adele as a rising star in the music industry. With a thrilling voice, the pop star in her song metaphorically describes the act of chasing after something that’s gone, the pain and regret of failed relationships, all past. The song’s music video directed by Matthew Cullen sees the singer wandering and singing in a deserted town — she was practically chasing pavements.
Currently, over 200 million views on YouTube, and has over 500 million on Spotify. In the early weeks of its release, it was no. 2 on the UK Singles Chart. She won her first Grammy Award for Best Female Pop Vocal Performance and was nominated for Record of the Year and Song of the Year. She was a breath of fresh air in the female music industry and starred for greatness. ‘Chasing Pavements’ has been certified platinum in several countries, including the UK and US.
7. Skyfall
In 2012, Adele was contracted to write a theme song for James Bond’s 23rd adventure. The James Bond movie is one of the most storied franchises in film history. The iconic song marked a milestone in Adele’s career. She co-wrote the track with producer Paul Epworth. The music video was directed by Terrence Malik. ‘Skyfall’ exposed the superstar to another genre of music.
With dramatic lyrics and swelling strings and horns, that included a 77-piece orchestra, she produced a thrill, a theatrical masterpiece. ‘Skyfall’ gave Adele an Oscar for Best Original Song — the first Bond theme to ever win the award. She also won 1 Academy Award for Best Original Song, 1 Golden Globe Award, also for Best Original Song, 1 Brit Award for Best British Single, and 1 Grammy Award for Best Song Written for Visual Media.
‘Skyfall’ is widely regarded as one of the greatest theme songs for the James Bond movie, of all time. Its success has helped cement Adele’s status as a legendary artist.
Be the first to comment