Music Soul: The Best of 2014
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Music Soul: The Best of 2014 is a blog dedicated to celebrating the best music of the year. We’ll be featuring our favorite tracks, albums, and artists, and we hope you’ll join us in discovering the best music of 2014.
Introduction
Welcome to Music Soul, the best of 2014! This year has been an incredible journey for music, with so many amazing artists and bands emerging onto the scene. We’ve compiled a list of our favorite tracks from the year, spanning all genres and styles. We hope you enjoy our selections!
Best Albums of 2014
It’s been a great year for music, with a wide variety of albums and genres represented. We’ve compiled a list of our favorite albums of the year, including everything from country to rap. Take a look and see if your favorites made the list.
Album 1
Album 1 was released on May 6, 2014. It is the debut studio album by American soul singer and songwriter Music Soul. The album peaked at number one on the Billboard 200 chart. It also topped the Soul album chart and the R&B/Hip-Hop Albums chart. The album was certified platinum by the Recording Industry Association of America (RIAA).
The album features the singles “I Believe in You and Me” and “You Are My Sunshine”.
Album 2
Album 2 by Music Soul is one of the best albums of 2014. It features a wide range of musical styles, from soul to R&B to pop, and is sure to please any music lover. The album includes the hit singles “No One” and “I Believe in You,” as well as several other great tracks. If you’re looking for an album that will make you feel good and get your toes tapping, look no further than Music Soul’s Album 2.
Album 3
The last great album of 2014 came from an artist who’s been largely absent for the past few years. D’Angelo’s Black Messiah is a triumph, a record that feels both of its time and timeless. It’s a urgent, powerful statement from an artist who’s always pushed R&B in new and exciting directions, and it’s easily one of the best albums of the year.
Best Songs of 2014
The year 2014 was an excellent year for music. A lot of great songs were released, and it was difficult to narrow it down to just a few. However, we’ve managed to do it. Here are our picks for the best songs of 2014.
Song 1
“Happy” is a song performed by American singer and producer Pharrell Williams, from the Despicable Me 2 soundtrack album. It also served as the lead single from Williams’ second studio album, Girl (2014). The song peaked at number one on the US Billboard Hot 100, becoming Williams’ first US number-one single as a lead artist. It also topped the charts in 20 other countries, including Canada, Germany, Ireland and New Zealand. By the end of 2013, “Happy” had become one of the best-selling songs of all time. A live performance of the song on The Voice with backing vocals by Incidentals was nominated for an Emmy Award.
The song was nominated for Grammy Awards in two categories: Record of the Year and Best Pop Solo Performance. It won both. Additionally, “Happy” was nominated for and won four BET Awards in 2014: Best Male R&B/Pop Artist, Viewers’ Choice Award, Coca-Cola Viewers’ Choice Award and Best Collaboration. “Happy” also won Best Original Song at the Satellite Awards and Best Song at both the Critics’ Choice Movie Awards and GQ Men of the Year Awards.”
Song 2
“Song 2” is a song by English rock band Blur, the second single from their eponymous fifth studio album. The song reached number 2 in the UK Singles Chart in February 1997.
Formed in London in 1988, Blur’s debut album Leisure (1991) incorporated the sounds of Madchester and shoegazing. Following a stylistic change influenced by American indie rock bands such as Pavement, the band’s popularity increased with the release of Modern Life Is Rubbish (1993), Parklife (1994) and The Great Escape (1995). As a result, Blur became one of the leading bands of the Britpop movement. “Song 2” is credited with helping to popularise the Britpop genre and thrust Blur into mainstream popularity in the United States.
The song was included on multiple Year-End and Decade-End lists. In 1998, “Song 2” was nominated for Best British Single at the Brit Awards. In 2007, it was ranked at number 224 on Rolling Stone magazine’s list of “The 500 Greatest Songs of All Time”.
Song 3
“All About That Bass” by Meghan Trainor
Meghan Trainor’s 2014 breakthrough hit was a major moment in the song’s resurgence in popularity. “All About That Bass” became one of the biggest songs of the year, and its simple, body-positive message was a breath of fresh air in a pop landscape that often values unrealistic beauty standards.
Conclusion
As we bid farewell to another year, it’s time to take a look back at the best music of 2014. From soulful ballads to upbeat anthems, this year was filled with some truly great tunes. Here are our picks for the best songs of the year.
“All About That Bass” by Meghan Trainor
This catchy pop song was impossible to avoid in 2014, and for good reason. It’s a fun, empowering anthem about loving your body no matter what size you are.
“Stay with Me” by Sam Smith
This soulful ballad racked up countless awards and nominations, and it’s easy to see why. Sam Smith’s voice is absolutely gorgeous, and the lyrics are incredibly romantic.
“Shake It Off” by Taylor Swift
Taylor Swift’s latest album, 1989, was one of the most anticipated releases of the year. “Shake It Off” is the perfect lead single for the album, as it’s an upbeat track that will put a smile on your face.
“Happy” by Pharrell Williams
This feel-good song from Pharrell Williams was inescapable in 2014, thanks to its infectious melody and uplifting message. It was even featured in the hit film Despicable Me 2.
