2019
in MusicAlbums
25
Artists
27
Milestones
59
Notable Releases
America the Beautiful
Yolanda AdamsPerformance at Super Bowl LIV that received critical acclaim and showcased her vocal prowess to a massive audience.
When We All Fall Asleep, Where Do We Go?
Billie EilishDebut studio album that debuted atop Billboard 200 and UK Albums Chart, becoming one of the year's best-selling albums and establishing Eilish as a major pop force.
Bad Guy
Billie EilishFifth single from debut album that peaked at number-one on US Billboard Hot 100, first by an artist born in the 21st century to top the chart, certified Diamond by RIAA.
What You See Is What You Get
Luke CombsSecond album that topped charts in multiple territories, marking his first number-one album and establishing him as a major commercial force.
Beautiful Crazy
Luke CombsAlbum track that became the fifth consecutive number-one single and reached number one on multiple country charts including Hot Country Songs and Country Streaming Songs.
Señorita
Shawn MendesA collaboration with Camila Cabello that debuted at number two and peaked at number one on the US Billboard Hot 100, becoming Mendes's first chart-topping single on the Hot 100.
Don't Start Now
Dua LipaThe lead single from Future Nostalgia that earned the longest top-ten stay for a British female artist on the UK Singles Chart. The song was credited with being the protagonist in disco's revival in 2020.
Indigo
Chris BrownHis ninth studio album that debuted at number one on the Billboard 200, featuring the hit single 'No Guidance' which broke the record for longest-running number one on Billboard's R&B/Hip-Hop Airplay chart.
No Guidance
Chris BrownA collaboration with Drake that broke the record for longest-running number one on Billboard's R&B/Hip-Hop Airplay chart, marking a significant achievement in Brown's career.
Under the Influence
Chris BrownA sleeper hit from the Indigo album that went viral on TikTok in 2022, giving Brown his 50th top 40 hit on the Billboard Hot 100 and making him the first R&B singer in history to achieve this milestone.
Nobody but You
Gwen StefaniDuet with husband Blake Shelton that peaked at number 18 on the Billboard Hot 100
No.6 Collaborations Project
Ed SheeranFourth studio album and first collaborative project, debuted at number one globally, spawned three UK number-one singles including 'I Don't Care' with Justin Bieber
Fine Line
Harry StylesSecond album featuring the breakthrough single "Watermelon Sugar," breaking records for biggest first-week sales by an English male artist in the US and included in Rolling Stone's 500 Greatest Albums of All Time.
Watermelon Sugar
Harry StylesFourth single from Fine Line, became Styles' first US number-one hit and won Grammy Award for Best Pop Solo Performance.
Adore You
Harry StylesSecond single from Fine Line that won Ivor Novello Award for Most Performed Work and peaked at number six in the US.
Thank U, Next
Ariana GrandeHer fifth studio album that debuted at number one with 360,000 album-equivalent units, breaking records for largest streaming week for a pop album. Featured two chart-topping singles and established her as one of the most successful artists of the decade.
7 Rings
Ariana GrandeHer second consecutive chart-topping single that spent eight weeks at number one and was certified diamond by the RIAA. Became 2019's fifth-best-selling song globally.
Hello Happiness
Chaka KhanFirst studio album in twelve years featuring 'Like Sugar' collaboration with Major Lazer's Switch.
Significant Milestones
Grammy Awards Host
Grammy WinHosted the 61st Annual Grammy Awards on February 10, 2019, first time a woman hosted in 14 years
The Voice Coach
AchievementBecame vocal coach for The Voice starting with sixteenth season
Hustlers Critical Acclaim
AwardLopez starred in the crime drama Hustlers, garnering critical praise for what many deemed the best performance of her acting career and earning multiple award nominations.
Super Bowl LIV Performance
AchievementOfficially opened Super Bowl LIV with a critically acclaimed performance of "America the Beautiful."
Soul Train Music Awards Lady of Soul
AwardReceived the Soul Train Music Awards Lady of Soul Award.
Stadium Tour Launch
TourBrooks launched his Stadium Tour, visiting thirty North American stadiums and performing in a football-centric environment, representing a new era of his career.
Jesus Is King
Cultural MomentReleased gospel-influenced album that topped Billboard 200, Top Christian Albums, and Top Gospel Albums simultaneously.
Withdraws from touring for conservatorship case
TourSpears withdrew from regular concert touring to focus on her conservatorship case, leading to the #FreeBritney movement gaining international momentum.
Debut Album "When We All Fall Asleep, Where Do We Go?" Debuts at Number One
DebutAlbum debuted atop Billboard 200 and UK Albums Chart, making Eilish the first artist born in the 2000s to have a number-one album in the US and youngest female to achieve this in UK.
"Bad Guy" Reaches Number One
DebutAt age 17, "Bad Guy" peaked at number-one on US Billboard Hot 100, making Eilish the first artist born in the 21st century to top the chart and youngest since Lorde in 2013.
Grammy Awards Recognition
Grammy WinNominated for six Grammy Awards including Record of the Year and Song of the Year at age 17, becoming the youngest artist nominated in all four General Field categories.
Five Consecutive Number-One Singles
DebutAchieved historic milestone with five consecutive number-one singles on the Billboard country chart with his first five released singles, an unprecedented achievement in country music.
Grand Ole Opry Membership
AwardInvited to become a member of the Grand Ole Opry on June 11, 2019, one of country music's highest honors.
Second Album Success
AchievementReleased What You See Is What You Get on November 8, 2019, achieving chart-topping status in multiple territories.
Señorita Number One Hit
DebutMendes achieved his first number-one single on the US Billboard Hot 100 with 'Señorita,' a collaboration with Camila Cabello, marking a major milestone in his career.
Grammy Awards Success
Grammy WinWon the Grammy Award for Best New Artist and for Best Dance Recording for 'Electricity' featuring Silk City. This marked her arrival at the highest level of international music recognition.
Indigo Debuts at Number One
DebutBrown's ninth studio album reached number one on the Billboard 200 with the single 'No Guidance' featuring Drake, which broke records for the longest-running number one on R&B/Hip-Hop Airplay.
Billboard's Top R&B/Hip-Hop Artist of the Decade
AchievementBrown was ranked third on Billboard's 'Top R&B/Hip-Hop Artists of the Decade' for the 2010s, behind Drake and Rihanna, solidifying his status as one of the most successful artists of the era.
Songwriters Hall of Fame Award
AwardReceived Contemporary Icon Award from Songwriters Hall of Fame and honorary Doctor of Music degree from Berklee College of Music.
Disney Legend Honor
AwardNamed a Disney Legend in recognition of her contributions to the Walt Disney Company, including her iconic role in Mulan.
Coming Out as Non-Binary
AchievementSmith came out as non-binary and changed pronouns to they/them, becoming an important figure in LGBTQ+ representation in mainstream music.
Artist of the Decade
AchievementNamed Artist of the Decade by Official Charts Company in December 2019 for most combined success in UK album and singles charts during 2010s, with eight of his songs in the decade's chart.
Highest-Grossing Tour
Tour÷ Tour became the highest-grossing tour of all time in August 2019, wrapping with 260 shows in August after six years, including record-breaking performances in Australia and New Zealand.
Fine Line Release and US Chart Records
Grammy WinReleased second album Fine Line in December, breaking record for biggest first-week sales by English male artist in US. Won Grammy Award for Best Pop Solo Performance for "Watermelon Sugar." Album ranked 491 on Rolling Stone's 500 Greatest Albums.
Thank U, Next Record-Breaking Success
AchievementThe album 'Thank U, Next' broke multiple records including largest streaming week for a pop album with 307 million on-demand streams. Grande occupied the top three spots of the Billboard Hot 100 simultaneously.
The Kelly Clarkson Show Launch
AwardLaunched her daytime talk show The Kelly Clarkson Show on September 9, 2019, which garnered multiple Emmy Awards and critical acclaim.

