Apple Music's 100 best albums have a new champ! Lauryn Hill's iconic solo masterpiece "The Miseducation of Ms. Lauryn Hill" just snatched the top spot, leaving even the legendary Michael Jackson's "Thriller" in the dust. Can you believe it? Hill's not just any artist; she's the first rapper ever to bag the Grammy's album of the year award back in '99. In her own words, "It's awesome to be recognized, but let's not forget the amazing music and artists who paved the way for me."
Now, don't get it twisted; MJ's still in the mix, holding down the No. 2 spot with "Thriller." Then you've got The Beatles' "Abbey Road," Prince & The Revolution's "Purple Rain," and Frank Ocean's "Blonde" rounding out the top spots. But wait, it's not just about the classics; modern icons like Beyoncé, Kendrick Lamar, and Amy Winehouse are right up there too, making it one heck of a lineup. And let's not forget the memes and debates flying around social media since the list dropped on May 13th—it's been a wild ride!
Hip-hop's ruling the roost with a solid 22 albums on the list, followed by R&B with 19, and rock and alternative tied at 15 each. But hey, some folks are raising eyebrows at the lack of diversity in genres. Country, Latin, and reggae each only scored one spot, represented by Kacey Musgraves, Bad Bunny, and Bob Marley, respectively. Seems like there's always room for more tunes to mix things up!
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