Ten fantastic albums turning 10 In 2024

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As a gamer who has lived through the golden age of music, I can confidently say that 2014 was a pivotal year for both pop and hip-hop. It feels like just yesterday when these albums were released, but lo and behold, it’s been ten years already! Time flies when you’re jamming to iconic tunes, doesn’t it?

2024 marks a decade since some remarkable albums hit the airwaves, making it hard to believe that a whole decade has passed. It feels like the world is spinning faster rather than time moving on. After all, it was just yesterday when 2014 brought us an exceptional year in music, with pop and hip-hop genres playing starring roles!

2014 saw a surge of Pop albums dominating the music scene, with an overwhelming number released during that year. However, for a brief period, it seemed like the spark of the golden era of Pop in the 2000s had gone flat, as no artist was able to replicate the magic they once did. While there were some hits, many attempts fell short. Fortunately, the artists who will be featured here recognized this gap and took action.

In 2024, some of the hip-hop artists whose music fans were regularly playing became well-established figures in the music industry as early as 2014. Moreover, trap music was gradually gaining popularity; therefore, listeners were eagerly anticipating future releases! Let’s explore some popular albums that are turning ten years old this year!

Ten great albums turning 10 years old in 2024

The Pinkprint – Nicki Minaj

In 2014, Nicki Minaj experienced a significant makeover. She opted to forego her elaborate wigs and heavy makeup in favor of a more authentic and minimalist style. This sudden change took many of her fans by surprise, but it hinted at something extraordinary that was about to unfold.

In the same year, she unveiled her third studio album entitled The Pinkprint, which mirrored her fresh new image. The album’s popular tracks included ““Anaconda”“, ““Truffle Butter”“, and ““Feeling Myself” (featuring Beyoncé)“. As a result, Nicki received the American Music Award for Best Rap/Hip-Hop Album and was also nominated for a Grammy in the category of Best Rap Album.

1989 – Taylor Swift

Should you require further persuasion about Taylor Swift being a pop icon, I strongly advise giving her album “1989” a listen. This album played a crucial role in cementing Taylor Swift’s status as one of the most prominent pop stars of our time.

Titling the album after the year she was born, symbolizing a fresh start, Taylor Swift’s 1989 marked her transformation from what fans perceived as country to pop music. With popular tracks such as “Bad Blood,” “Wildest Dreams,” “Blank Space,” and the ubiquitous “Shake It Off,” this album became one of the best-selling albums ever recorded! Additionally, it earned her two Grammys that year, for Best Pop Vocal Album and Album of the Year.

My Everything – Ariana Grande

Ariana gracefully overcame the sophomore slump through her album ““My Everything“. Her previous release, ““Yours Truly”“, was playful, sugary-sweet, and reminiscent of a typical teen idol. However, with ““My Everything“, Ariana transformed her image slightly, offering a hint of a “girl with a bit of edge”. Tracks like “Problem”, “Break Free” and “Bang, Bang” from this album soared to the top of the Billboard charts.

2014 Forest Hills Drive – J. Cole

If you hadn’t been a fan of J. Cole before the release of “2014 Forest Hills Drive“, it’s almost certain that this album made a convert out of you (it certainly won me over). Naming the album after the street where he spent his childhood, which he later bought and converted into housing for single mothers, this album was essentially a heartfelt missive about his upbringing.

This album provided us an intimate view into J. Cole’s life journey, from his early years to his first crush. Tracks like “Wet Dreamz,” “Apparently,” “Love Yourz,” and “No Role Models” made this one of his most successful projects. The album received two Grammy nominations and is now certified five times platinum.

Frozen, The Motion Picture Soundtrack – Various Artists

Prior to the release of “Inside Out 2”, “Frozen” held the title as the highest-grossing animated film ever made. Not only was the movie fantastic, but its soundtrack was exceptional as well. Hits like “Do You Wanna Build A Snowman”, “Love Is An Open Door”, “For The First Time In Forever”, and of course, “Let It Go” topped the Billboard charts for an impressive three months. What a memorable period that was!

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2024-09-09 13:00