After nabbing the "Big Three" at the Grammys this past year, Adele went on to sold out concerts, a small bout with "fixing her voice," and then became the most talked about "Bond girl" of the year after providing the critically acclaimed and hauntingly beautiful Skyfall theme for the newest James Bond flick. It just goes to show you a few things: People still respond to genuine talent Heartbreak can be used as a device for success Soul still has popular standing in the music world