With the highly anticipated GTA VI official trailer dropping recently and the game set to hit screens in 2025, it’s an opportune moment to rewind and reminisce about the music scene the last time a GTA game made its mark.
In 2013, the gaming world was buzzing with excitement and the music industry witnessed some iconic moments:
Twenty One Pilots’ “Vessel” Debut: The dynamic duo signed with Fueled by Ramen and released their major-label debut, “Vessel.”
Justin Timberlake’s Triumphant Return: After a six-year hiatus, Justin Timberlake made a remarkable comeback with “The 20/20 Experience.”
Beyoncé’s Halftime Glory: Queen Bey took center stage during the halftime show at Super Bowl XLVII, delivering a performance that left an indelible mark.
Taylor Swift Dominates Billboard: Taylor Swift reigned supreme at the 2013 Billboard Music Awards, securing eight awards.
Jay-Z’s Magna Carta Reign: Jay-Z’s comeback album, “Magna Carta Holy Grail,” made a colossal impact, selling over 550,000 units in its debut week.
Miley Cyrus’ MTV VMA Controversy: Miley Cyrus sparked controversy with her unforgettable performance at the MTV Video Music Awards, marking a significant shift in her public image.
Robin Thicke’s Chart-topper: “Blurred Lines” by Robin Thicke featuring T.I. and Pharrell emerged as the best-selling song of the year, amassing over 6 million units.
Jonas Brothers Hiatus: The Jonas Brothers announced their hiatus, leaving fans eagerly anticipating their return.
Eminem’s Comeback: Eminem returned with “The Marshall Mathers LP 2,” showcasing his lyrical prowess and reaffirming his influence in the rap game.
Take Me Home Tour: One Direction embarked on their second world tour. Notably, Australian band 5 Seconds of Summer was the opening act.
ASAP Rocky’s Debut: ASAP Rocky made a powerful entrance into the industry with his debut studio album, “Long. Live. ASAP.”
Debut Albums Galore: Lorde released “Pure Heroine,” Arctic Monkeys dropped “AM,” and Ariana Grande presented “Yours Truly.”
Beyoncé’s Visual Album: Queen Bey surprised fans with the unexpected release of her self-titled visual album, featuring 14 songs and accompanying music videos for each track.
Emergence of Billie Eilish: Billie Eilish was just 11 years old, unaware that she would soon become a global phenomenon.
Early Days of Olivia Rodrigo: Olivia Rodrigo, now a chart-topping sensation, was a mere 10 years old, far from her breakthrough success.
Taylor Swift’s Red Tour: Taylor Swift embarked on The Red Tour, enchanting audiences worldwide in support of her fourth album.
Grammy Glory for Gotye and Kimbra: Gotye and Kimbra’s “Somebody That I Used To Know” earned them the Grammy for Record of the Year, etching their names in music history.
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