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25

album by Adele

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Adele's album 25, released in 2015, continued her streak of commercial success. While some critics felt it played it safe, the album showcased Adele's powerful vocals and her knack for crafting resonant songs. The lead single, "Hello," was a global hit, and 25 sold over 20 million copies worldwide. The album also earned Adele five Grammy Awards, including wins for album, song, and record of the year. Adele, born May 5, 1988, is an English singer-songwriter known for her soulful voice and emotionally charged songs that have made her one of the most popular artists of her generation.12

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…in 2015 with the album 25. Although some critics felt it did not take enough risks, Adele’s voice was no less powerful, and her ability to sell records remained undiminished. The yearning single “Hello” became a hit in numerous countries, and more than 20 million copies of the album were…
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…in 2015 with the album 25. Although some critics felt it did not take enough risks, Adele’s voice was no less powerful, and her ability to sell records remained undiminished. The yearning single “Hello” became a hit in numerous countries, and more than 20 million copies of the album were…
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