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"25" is the third studio album by English singer-songwriter Adele, released in late 2015. The album marked her return after a multi-year hiatus and was preceded by the lead single "Hello," which achieved massive commercial success worldwide. Musically, the album features a blend of pop and soul, focusing heavily on themes of nostalgia, regret, and aging. Upon release, it broke first-week sales records in both the United States and the United Kingdom, solidifying Adele's commercial dominance.

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Why did Adele call the album 25?

Like 19 and 21, the title refers to the age at which Adele began writing and shaping the record. She described 25 as a reflection on becoming an adult and making peace with the past.

Who produced "Hello" on Adele's 25?

Greg Kurstin co-wrote and produced "Hello" with Adele. The song opened the album and became a number-one single in the United States, the United Kingdom, and numerous other markets.

How many copies did 25 sell in its first US week?

It sold about 3.38 million copies in the United States during its first week in 2015. That set a Nielsen-era record for the largest single-week US album sales total.

Why was 25 initially unavailable on Spotify?

Adele and her team withheld the album from on-demand streaming when it launched in November 2015, making purchases the primary way to hear it at home. It arrived on services including Spotify and Apple Music around seven months later.

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