Say ‘hello’ to Adele’s new album
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Adele’s new album, “25” made its debut November 20. It debuted as the number one album in multiple countries and became the first album to sell more than 3 million copies in a single week. It’s been four years since Adele released an album so fans have been ready for more. Her newest hit single, “Hello,” has topped the Billboard charts for the sixth straight week.
December 15, 2015
After being out of the spotlight for nearly five years, Adele announces the release of her comeback album, “25.” The album was released November 20th and included her new hit single “Hello.” Adele’s fans are excited to see the star come back in full force after having surgery for a throat hemorrhage and giving birth to Angelo James Konecki with partner, Simon Konecki. After years of being deprived of the stars soulful voice, it’s no wonder they are so excited to hear her new release.
Some people may wonder why Adele’s new album is such a big deal. First, the anticipation has been building. A big star like Adele has gained a wide-spread appeal. Songs like
“Someone like you,” “Rolling in the deep,” and her famous theme song, “Skyfall” for a James Bond movie were hits across the globe, gaining her millions of fans before taking a break.
Second, many artists do not have a voice like Adele. Her unique tone stands out among other pop artists today.
During her five years away from the stage, a lot of other singers have continued to rise on the charts. Song artists such as Beyonce and One Direction are also rumored to be releasing new albums the around the same time as Adele’s. While some may see competition, Adele will still remain among the most talented and well known singers of the decade. Currently, Adele’s single “Hello” has been a huge hit across the globe. With the music video already having over 133 million views on Youtube only six days after the release, the album will surely be a success. On iTunes, the album has already been given five stars and available to pre-order.
With the focus of the album being on heartbreak, and emotional uncertainty, it allows many listeners to relate to Adele’s music.
We all know her music often pulls some heart-strings, singing tear-jerking lyrics and impacting voice. While her previous albums were a huge success, “25” is her best yet. What Adele is about to bring to the table will make up for those five years of silence. Now that she’s returned to the spotlight other artists will have to step up their game. The album made a strong comeback, putting Adele back in the top charts where she belongs.
