Update:
Here's a recap so far:
25. Bad - Michael Jackson
24. Spellbound - Paula Abdul
23. One of The Boys - Katy Perry
22. Discipline - Janet Jackson
21. Daydream - Mariah Carey
Up next are 20-16.
#20. Dangerously In Love – Beyonce (2003) 55 plays
This has to be one of the best contemporary R&B albums of the decade, with hits such as “Baby Boy”, “Naughty Girl” and of course, “Crazy in Love”. However, the rest of the album’s a pleasure to listen to, with tracks like “Yes”, “Gift from Virgo” and “Signs” all garnering significant airplay. There are a lot of duets here, but the ones that truly stand out are “Bonnie & Clyde 03” and “Crazy in Love”, both with Bey’s rap mogul hubby Jay-Z.
Top 3 tracks: Crazy in Love, Me, Myself & I, Dangerously In Love (Pt 2)
#19. HIStory – Michael Jackson (1995) 56 plays
The King of Pop makes a second appearance on our chart, with HIStory, an album filled with tracks lashing out at the media. The subject matter is heavy, and so is the music. The songs are great, but the sales weren’t, and his singles started to flop. It’s a shame, because many of them were true beauties.
Top 3 tracks: Scream, Stranger in Moscow, You Are Not Alone
#18. Jennifer Hudson – Jennifer Hudson (2008) 59 plays
This former American Idol contestant’s performance on American Idol of “If This Isn’t Love” sealed the deal for me, and her debut single Spotlight made a huge impact on my iTunes last year!
Top 3 tracks: Spotlight, If This Isn’t Love, All Dressed in Love
#17. Metamorphosis – Hilary Duff (2003) 65 plays
One of my favourite albums ever, Metamorphosis still receives airplay every now and then.
Top 3 tracks: Come Clean, So Yesterday, Where Did I Go Right?
#16. Control – Janet Jackson (1985) 73 plays
Janet Jackson’s breakthrough album has many great songs, but there were some standouts which are some of my personal favourites. I can relate to the lyrics very well, since I’m in dire need of control of my own life.
Top 3 Tracks: Let’s Wait Awhile, Nasty, What Have You Done For Me Lately