15 catalog entries, grouped by year.
Begin with the voice at its most direct, then explore rhythmic performances, early intimacy and the longer shapes of later songs.
25 selections with release evidence; 13 beyond the yearly lists.
Adele is a London-born British singer-songwriter whose debut album, 19, appeared in 2008. Chasing Pavements was part of her early breakthrough, and she received the Recording Academy's Best New Artist award in 2009. Her second album, 21, and its song Rolling in the Deep brought her work to a much larger international audience. Later albums include 25 and 30, continuing a solo recording career built around her vocal performances and songwriting collaborations.
Adele - Sony Music UK
British singer-songwriter identity and 2008 debut album 19. | Retrieved 2026-10-17
Adele - Recording Academy artist biography
London birth, 2009 Best New Artist recognition, Chasing Pavements, second album 21, and documented later solo albums and songwriting credits. | Retrieved 2026-10-17
Profile reviewed: 2026-10-17. Artist background does not establish a song's creative origin or release date.
Adele is a London-born British singer-songwriter whose debut album, 19, appeared in 2008. Chasing Pavements was part of her early breakthrough, and she received the Recording Academy's Best New Artist award in 2009....
View background statusAdele's heartbreak and anger following a difficult breakup
View background statusAdele's heartbreak and anger following a difficult breakup
View background statusAdele's attempt to come to terms with a past relationship
View background statusAdele is a London-born British singer-songwriter whose debut album, 19, appeared in 2008. Chasing Pavements was part of her early breakthrough, and she received the Recording Academy's Best New Artist award in 2009....
View background statusAdele wrote the song about a tumultuous relationship and the pain of letting go.
View background statusAdele wrote the song as a conversation with her younger self, reflecting on past relationships and personal growth.
View background statusThis emotional ballad is about the end of a relationship.
View background statusThe song was inspired by Adele's desire to reconnect with her past and make amends.
View background statusThe song was inspired by Adele's experiences with past relationships and moving on.
View background statusAdele is a London-born British singer-songwriter whose debut album, 19, appeared in 2008. Chasing Pavements was part of her early breakthrough, and she received the Recording Academy's Best New Artist award in 2009....
View background statusAdele is a London-born British singer-songwriter whose debut album, 19, appeared in 2008. Chasing Pavements was part of her early breakthrough, and she received the Recording Academy's Best New Artist award in 2009....
View background statusThe ballad addresses Adele's divorce and her plea for understanding from her son.
View background statusThe ballad addresses Adele's divorce and her plea for understanding from her son.
View background statusAdele is a London-born British singer-songwriter whose debut album, 19, appeared in 2008. Chasing Pavements was part of her early breakthrough, and she received the Recording Academy's Best New Artist award in 2009....
View background status1960-2025. Each year contains 150 selections.