September often brings with it a sense of transition, a shift from the carefree days of summer to the contemplative embrace of autumn. In recent years, September has graced us with some of the finest albums of the year. In this article, we take a journey through time and sound to explore the 10 best albums released in September. From Beyoncé’s fiery ‘B’Day’ to Lana Del Rey’s ethereal ‘Honeymoon,’ these albums have left an indelible mark on the music industry.
1. B’Day – Beyoncé
Queen B’s second solo studio album, ‘B’Day,’ was released on September 1st and was a massive success, debuting straight atop the Billboard 200 with over 541,000 units in its first week. The album features plenty of hit singles, such as ‘Irreplaceable’ and the duet with Shakira, ‘Beautiful Liar.’ ‘B’Day’ won the Grammy Award for Best Contemporary R&B Album in 2007.
2. Yours Truly – Ariana Grande
Marking the beginning of her incredible career, ‘Yours Truly’ was released on September 3, 2013. The album was originally announced as ‘Daydreamin’,’ named after one of the songs included in the album. However, Ariana Grande later renamed it to ‘Yours Truly’ because the album felt like a love letter. ‘Yours Truly’ features the single ‘The Way’ featuring Mac Miller, which peaked at No. 10 on the Billboard Hot 100, becoming their first top 10 hit. To celebrate the 10th anniversary of the album, Ariana Grande released a new edition titled ‘Yours Truly (Tenth Anniversary Edition.’
3. Night Visions – Imagine Dragons
In early 2012, Imagine Dragons started making a name for themselves in the industry with their debut single ‘It’s Time.’ So, it was time to make their mark in the music world, and that’s exactly what Imagine Dragons did with their debut LP, ‘Night Visions.’ The album secured global success, reaching the top 10 in 15 countries. The album features unforgettable hit singles like ‘Radioactive,’ ‘Demons,’ and ‘On Top of the World.’
4. Hollywood’s Bleeding – Post Malone
In 2019, Post Malone unveiled his third studio album, ‘Hollywood’s Bleeding.’ The album was supported by chart-topping singles ‘Circles’ and ‘Sunflower.’ It won the Billboard Music Award for Top Rap Album and the American Music Award for Favorite Album — Rap/Hip-Hop.
5. + – Ed Sheeran
On September 9th, 2011, Ed Sheeran released ‘+ (Plus),’ the first album of his mathematics symbols series. The album marked Ed’s breakthrough and featured hit singles like ‘The A Team’ and ‘Lego House.’ It remains one of the best-selling albums in the United Kingdom, with over 2.4 million copies sold.
6. Montero – Lil Nas X
Lil Nas X’s debut album, ‘Montero,’ didn’t disappoint. The album was nominated for Album of the Year at the 64th Annual Grammy Awards. The rapper revealed that the album was inspired by Drake, Doja Cat, Miley Cyrus, Nicki Minaj, and Katy Perry.
7. Honeymoon – Lana Del Rey
Released on September 18, ‘Honeymoon’ marked a return to the baroque pop sound of ‘Born To Die’ and ‘Paradise’ after Lana explored new sounds on her previous album, ‘Ultraviolence.’ At the time of its release, ‘Honeymoon’ was considered by many as Lana Del Rey’s best album.
8. Illuminate – Shawn Mendes
Following the success of his debut album ‘Handwritten,’ Shawn Mendes repeated that success with his second record, ‘Illuminate.’ The album debuted atop the Billboard 200 and spawned hit singles like ‘Treat You Better,’ ‘Mercy,’ and ‘There’s Nothing Holdin’ Me Back.’
9. Pure Heroine – Lorde
In 2013, a 16-year-old Lorde stunned the world with her debut single ‘Royals’ and her debut album, ‘Pure Heroine.’ The latter was praised for its songwriting and production and was defined as a “game-changer.” ‘Pure Heroine’ received a Grammy nomination for Best Pop Vocal Album.
10. Younger Now – Miley Cyrus
‘Younger Now’ is one of Miley Cyrus’s most discussed albums, as she embraced a more country and folk-oriented sound. The album reflects her growth, both personally and musically, marking a total departure from her more experimental and provocative phase during the “Bangerz” era.
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