Lauryn Hill’s “Miseducation of Lauryn Hill” has been crowned the best album of all time on Apple Music’s 100 Best Albums list. This 1998 Diamond-selling album has beaten out iconic projects from artists such as Michael Jackson, Pink Floyd, The Beatles, and Kendrick Lamar. The Apple Music team surprised Lauryn and her son YG Marley with an intimate dinner to celebrate this achievement, to which Lauryn humbly responded, “That’s crazy,” before describing the project as a “rich, deep narrative.”
Upon its release, Lauryn Hill broke the record for most Grammys in a single night by a female artist with “Miseducation of Lauryn Hill.” This album remains her only studio project 25 years later. Fans have been eagerly awaiting new music from Lauryn and YG, and during a recent interview with TMZ Hip Hop, they confirmed that new music is on the way.
While Lauryn Hill’s album has received praise, not all fans were happy with Apple Music’s list. Artists such as Whitney Houston, Britney Spears, Mariah Carey, and The Weeknd did not have any albums represented on the list. Jermaine Dupri criticized Apple for its lack of R&B inclusion, and fans noted notable omissions such as Kendrick Lamar’s “To Pimp a Butterfly,” Tame Impala’s “Currents,” Katy Perry’s “Teenage Dream,” and Justin Timberlake’s “FutureSex/LoveSounds.”
Despite the controversy surrounding the list, it successfully brought attention to the platform and sparked discussions among fans about their favorite albums. While Lauryn Hill’s “Miseducation of Lauryn Hill” may have been crowned the best album of all time by Apple Music, the subjective nature of music means that there will always be differing opinions on what constitutes the best album. Ultimately, these lists serve as a tribute to the incredible artistry and creativity of the musicians who have brought us timeless music over the years.
