Continuing to dominate the charts and break previously set records, Adele has managed to accomplish quite a feat by outselling the King of Pop’s classic ‘Thriller’ album in the United Kingdom.
Adele’s Grammy-winning album ’21’ has officially passed Michael Jackson’s ‘Thriller’ album, and takes the fifth spot, on the UK’s best-selling albums list, according to Martin Talbot from the Official Charts Company.
“To add to her many landmark records, Adele’s achievement in overtaking ‘Thriller’ in the all-time sales list is truly remarkable,” said Talbot. “‘Thriller’ has long been recognized as one of the most iconic albums of all-time.”
He added: “There is now no doubt that ’21’ can be spoken of in the same breath.”
To date, Adele’s sophomore effort has sold 4,274,300 copies in the UK, 500 more than MJ’s 1982 classic.
According to BBC, the official top 10 biggest-selling albums in the UK rank as follows:
1 – Greatest Hits – Queen
2 – Sgt Pepper’s Lonely Hearts Club Band – The Beatles
3 – Gold: Greatest Hits – ABBA
4 – (What’s The Story) Morning Glory? – Oasis
5 – 21 – Adele
6 – Thriller – Michael Jackson
7 – Brothers In Arms – Dire Straits
8 – The Dark Side Of The Moon – Pink Floyd
9 – Bad – Michael Jackson
10 – Greatest Hits II – Queen
Adele is a name that has become synonymous with success. Her album ’21’ recently surpassed Michael Jackson’s iconic ‘Thriller’ as the best selling UK album ever, making her an international superstar. With this milestone in mind, we take a look at how Adele achieved such unprecedented success and what it means for modern music today.
Adele’s story began back in 2008 when she released her first single ‘Hometown Glory’ which earned her critical acclaim from critics across the globe. From then on, her career sky-rocketed; no one could have predicted just how successful she was about to be! She quickly established herself as one of the most influential voices in pop music, winning over fans not just here in the UK but all around the world.
Now, with record breaking sales figures under her belt and millions of followers hanging onto every word she sings, it’s clear that Adele has changed the face of popular music forever. In this article we’ll explore how Adele managed to achieve such greatness and analyze why people continue to be drawn to her unique sound.
Album Details
Adele’s 21 album has sold over 4.7 million copies in the UK, making it the most successful record of all time in the country. This impressive feat surpasses Michael Jackson’s Thriller, which had held the title since 1982 when it was released. The success of Adele’s album is due to its widespread critical and commercial appeal, as well as her remarkable vocal talent.
The London-born singer has been performing since she was sixteen years old, and her career continues to soar with each release. Her third studio album ‘21’ features songs such as ‘Rolling in the Deep’ and ‘Someone Like You’, both of which topped charts around the world and helped propel Adele into superstardom. It also received numerous awards including six Grammys, two Brit Awards and a Golden Globe Award for Best Original Song for ‘Skyfall’ from Skyfall (2012).
It is clear that Adele has become an international sensation thanks to her amazing musical talent and unique sound. With her 11th number one single on Billboard Hot 100 chart – more than any other female artist – it seems likely that this trend will continue for some time yet.
Comparison Of Sales Figures
Adele’s 21 album has sold more than 4.7 million copies in the UK, easily surpassing Michael Jackson’s ‘Thriller’ record of 4.2 million sales since 1982. This success is a testament to Adele’s immense talent and her ability to create music that resonates with listeners around the world. It also speaks to her marketing skills as she was able to tap into multiple markets including pop, rock and R&B, effectively crafting an album that could be enjoyed by all kinds of fans.
The fact that Adele’s ‘21’ has outsold Thriller also highlights how much the music industry has changed over time – from vinyl records to digital downloads and streaming services – leading artists like Adele to reach wider audiences with their work. Additionally, it shows how social media platforms such as Twitter have opened up new avenues for promotion and helped increase global awareness about musical acts like Adele.
It appears that Adele is set on making history with each release, propelling herself further into international stardom while continuing to break boundaries within the music industry. Her 11th number one single on Billboard Hot 100 chart proves just how successful she’s been – no other female artist has achieved this feat before – and it looks likely that there will only be more great things ahead for her career.
Conclusion
In conclusion, Adele’s ‘21’ album has made history in the UK as it has surpassed Michael Jackson’s ‘Thriller’ to become the highest selling record of all time. This is an impressive feat for a modern artist and speaks volumes about both Adele’s talent and her dedicated fans.
Adele has achieved this incredible milestone through her own hard work and dedication to creating music that resonates with people around the world. Her ability to write songs that capture emotions in such a powerful way has allowed her to connect with millions of listeners – something which no doubt contributed greatly to the success of ‘21’.
It goes without saying that Adele deserves recognition for being able to surpass one of the most iconic albums ever released. She has accomplished what many thought was impossible and created a legacy that will be remembered long after she leaves us. Congratulations, Adele!
