Top 20 music albums on vinyl:
Music albums have the power to connect generations and remain an integral part of pop culture. In this blog post, we take a look at the top 20 best-selling albums of all time. We reveal the artists and outline what makes these albums so special. Looking for music on vinyl? At Vinylio, we offer a wide range of vinyl records across all genres.
1. ‘Thriller’ - Michael Jackson
With more than 66 million copies sold worldwide, ‘Thriller’ by Michael Jackson is indisputably the best-selling album of all time. The album includes iconic hits such as ‘Billie Jean’ and ‘Beat It’ and is still considered a masterpiece of pop music. Check out Thriller's offer on vinyl here.
2. ‘Back in Black’ - AC/DC
With more than 50 million copies sold, AC/DC's ‘Back in Black’ is the second best-selling album. This rock album is known for its energetic songs, including ‘You Shook Me All Night Long. Check out the offer of Back in Black on vinyl here.
3. ‘The Dark Side of the Moon’ - Pink Floyd
Pink Floyd's ‘The Dark Side of the Moon’ Has sold more than 45 million copies and is known for its profound and progressive rock music. Check out the range of The Dark Side of the Moon on vinyl here.
4. ‘The Bodyguard: Original Soundtrack Album’ - Whitney Houston
This iconic sound track album has sold more than 45 million copies and includes the emotional ‘I Will Always Love You’. See all Whitney Houston's vinyl offerings here.
5. ‘Rumours’ - Fleetwood Mac
‘Rumours’ by Fleetwood Mac has sold more than 40 million copies and includes timeless songs like ‘Go Your Own Way’. Check out Rumours' offering on vinyl here.
6. ‘Come On Over’ - Shania Twain
With more than 40 million copies sold, Shania Twain's ‘Come On Over’ is the best-selling country album of all time, with hits like ‘Man! I Feel Like a Woman!’ and “You're Still the One”.
7. ‘Their Greatest Hits (1971-1975)’ - Eagles
This compilation album by the Eagles has sold more than 38 million copies and features some of their biggest hits. Check out The Eagles' offerings on vinyl here.
8. ‘Led Zeppelin IV’ - Led Zeppelin
This album has sold more than 37 million copies and includes the epic ‘Stairway to Heaven’. Check out everything from Led Zeppelin on vinyl here.
9. ‘Hotel California’ - Eagles
With more than 37 million copies sold, ‘Hotel California’ is one of the Eagles' most appreciated albums, featuring the unforgettable title track “Hotel California.” Check out Hotel California on vinyl on offer here.
10. ‘Greatest Hits’ - Queen
Queen's ‘Greatest Hits’ has sold more than 32 million copies and includes hits such as ‘Bohemian Rhapsody’ and ‘We Will Rock You.’ Check out Queen's Greatest Hits offerings on vinyl here.
11. ‘21’ - Adele
With more than 31 million copies sold, ‘21’ by Adele is a contemporary masterpiece with hits like ‘Rolling in the Deep’ and ‘Someone Like You’. Check out Adele's offering here.
12. ‘The Wall’ - Pink Floyd
With over 30 million copies sold, ‘The Wall’ is another Pink Floyd masterpiece, a concept album about isolation and disillusionment. Check out The Wall's offer on vinyl here.
13. ‘Led Zeppelin II’ - Led Zeppelin
This Led Zeppelin album has sold more than 30 million copies and includes hits such as ‘Whole Lotta Love’ and ‘Ramble On.’ Check out Led Zeppelin II's offering on vinyl here.
14. ‘Born in the U.S.A’ - Bruce Springsteen
With more than 30 million copies sold, ‘Born in the U.S.A.’ by Bruce Springsteen is an iconic album with songs like ‘Dancing in the Dark’ and the title track often associated with American patriotism. Check out the offer of Born in the U.S.A. on vinyl here.
15. ‘Led Zeppelin’ - Led Zeppelin
With more than 29 million copies sold, Led Zeppelin's self-titled debut album is an essential piece of rock history. Check out Led Zeppelin's offerings on vinyl here.
16. ‘The Beatles (White Album)’ - The Beatles
This double album by The Beatles has sold more than 29 million copies and includes a diverse collection of songs that reflect the band's musical diversity. Check out The Beatles' offer on vinyl here.
17. ‘Greatest Hits’ - ABBA
This compilation album by ABBA has sold more than 28 million copies and features some of their biggest hits, including ‘Dancing Queen’ and ‘Mamma Mia.’ Check out Abba's Greatest Hits offer on vinyl here.
18. ‘The Eminem Show’ - Eminem
Eminem's ‘The Eminem Show’ has sold more than 27 million copies and is one of the best-selling rap albums of all time. Check out the range of The Eminem Show on vinyl here.
19. ‘Hysteria’ - Def Leppard
With over 25 million copies sold, Def Leppard's ‘Hysteria’ is a rock music classic, with hits like ‘Pour Some Sugar on Me’. Check out everything by Def Leppard on vinyl here.
20. ‘Millennium’ - Backstreet Boys
This album by the Backstreet Boys has sold more than 24 million copies and was a huge hit in the late 90s with songs like ‘I Want It That Way’. See all the Backstreet Boys' offerings on vinyl here.
Top 20 best-selling albums on vinyl
With this list of the top 20 best-selling albums of all time, we have taken an impressive journey through the world of music history. Each of these albums has contributed in its own way to the rich and diverse world of music and continues to influence generations of music lovers. The world of music is constantly changing, but these albums remind us that timeless music endures and can unite generations in their love of music.
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