As we celebrate the new year, it’s the perfect moment to look back on the albums that defined music five years ago. The year 2020 was a pivotal one for the music industry, marked by a global pandemic that forced artists to adapt creatively and audiences to connect with music in deeply personal ways. Despite the challenges, the year gave us a wave of groundbreaking albums across genres. From the disco-infused optimism of Dua Lipa’s Future Nostalgia to the introspective melancholy of Taylor Swift’s Folklore and Evermore, 2020 was a year that showcased artistic reinvention. Lady Gaga returned to her dance-pop roots with Chromatica, while The Weeknd dominated the charts with After Hours, delivering instant classics like “Blinding Lights,” “In Your Eyes” and “Save Your Tears.” Miley Cyrus channeled rock influences in Plastic Hearts, and Ariana Grande’s Positions blended sultry R&B with her signature pop flair. Hip-hop and R&B also saw landmark releases, including Savage Mode II by Metro Boomin and 21 Savage, and Eminem’s Music To Be Murdered By. Meanwhile, BLACKPINK’s The Album marked a major milestone in K-pop’s global takeover. Five years later, it’s clear that their impact continues to inspire and define the sounds of today.
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Future Nostalgia – Dua Lipa
After Hours – The Weeknd
Chromatica – Lady Gaga
Manic – Halsey
Folklore – Taylor Swift
Plastic Hearts – Miley Cyrus
Positions – Ariana Grande
Evermore – Taylor Swift
The Album – BLACKPINK
Smile – Katy Perry
Changes – Justin Bieber
Music To Be Murdered By – Eminem
Savage Mode II – Metro Boomin & 21 Savage
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