The world of music has seen some truly remarkable albums over the years, and some of them have gone on to become the best-selling albums of all time. Here is a look at the top five albums ever sold, and the stories behind them.
1. Michael Jackson – Thriller (1982): This album by the late King of Pop is the best-selling album of all time, with an estimated 65 million copies sold worldwide. It was a groundbreaking album, combining elements of funk, rock, and disco, and featuring some of Jackson’s most iconic songs, such as “Billie Jean” and “Thriller.”
2. The Eagles – The Greatest Hits 1971 – 1975 (1976): This compilation album by the American rock band is the second best-selling album of all time, with an estimated 42 million copies sold worldwide. It features some of the band’s most popular songs, such as “Take It Easy” and “Hotel California.”
3. AC/DC – Back in Black (1980): This hard rock album by the Australian band is the third best-selling album of all time, with an estimated 42 million copies sold worldwide. It features some of the band’s most iconic songs, such as “Back in Black” and “You Shook Me All Night Long.”
4. Pink Floyd – The Dark Side of The Moon (1973): This progressive rock album by the British band is the fourth best-selling album of all time, with an estimated 40 million copies sold worldwide. It features some of the band’s most iconic songs, such as “Money” and “Us and Them.”
5. Meat Loaf – Bat Out of Hell (1977): This rock album by the American singer is the fifth best-selling album of all time, with an estimated 35 million copies sold worldwide. It features some of the singer’s most iconic songs, such as “Paradise by the Dashboard Light” and “Two Out of Three Ain’t Bad.”
These five albums have gone on to become some of the most iconic and best-selling albums of all time, and their influence can still be felt in the music industry today. From Michael Jackson’s Thriller to Meat Loaf’s Bat Out of Hell, these albums have become part of music history and will continue to be enjoyed by generations to come.
