15 Landmark Albums That Changed The Face Of Music Forever
3. Lauryn Hill - The Miseducation Of Lauryn Hill
Whether its viewed as a massive leap for hip-hop into broader mainstream appeal or as the perfect representation of the previously unappreciated neo-soul genre, theres no denying that Lauryn Hills first solo album had a massive impact on both. Released at a time when a lot of female solo artists were using sexuality and well-worn pop conventions, Miseducation was a counterbalance. Miseducation is deeply personal, very soulful, and transcended gender while still distinctly being a powerful insight into a female singer/songwriters perspective. By putting less emphasis on keeping up with trends in music, Miseducation stood out in the pack and set a new standard for music regardless of gender or genre. The only downside to Miseducation is that to date, Lauryn Hill has yet to record a follow up. Album Highlights: Doo Wop (That Thing), When It Hurts So Bad, Everything is Everything
