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The greatest second albums of all time

These are the greatest sophomore albums ever released

The greatest second albums of all time
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João Curro
15/05/2025 14:15 ‧ 4 weeks ago | StarsInsider

MUSIC

Second albums

Some music artists release very successful debut albums, but some leave their best work for later. Good sophomore albums are not usually easy to pull off; there's the pressure to follow the first album with something just as good, if not better.

Some bands and solo artists did, however, manage to release great second albums. In fact, for some, these sophomore albums are regarded as their best work! In this gallery, we look back at some of the best second albums of all time. Click on and give them a listen!

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