Best Selling Album of All Time

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About this ranking

This is the fan vote for the best-selling album of all time. The list lines up the records that moved the most copies in history, from Adele's 21 and Michael Jackson's Thriller to AC/DC's Back in Black and Fleetwood Mac's Rumours, and lets fans pick which one stands tallest. Every album is open for voting and the order shifts as votes come in. Cast your vote for the record you would crown and watch where it lands. Come back any time to keep your pick climbing.

1

Adele: 21

2011

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2

AC/DC: Back in Black

1980

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3

Michael Jackson: Thriller

1982

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4

Shania Twain: Come on Over

1997

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5

Led Zeppelin: Led Zeppelin IV

1971

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6

Whitney Houston: The Bodyguard Soundtrack

1992

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7

Fleetwood Mac: Rumours

1977

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8

Alanis Morissette: Jagged Little Pill

1995

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9

Eagles: Their Greatest Hits 1971-1975

1976

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10

Eagles: Hotel California

1976

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Frequently asked questions

What is the best-selling album of all time?

This is a fan vote, not a sales chart. Adele's 21 currently leads, followed by AC/DC's Back in Black and Michael Jackson's Thriller.

Which albums are in the poll?

The poll includes Adele's 21, AC/DC Back in Black, Thriller (Michael Jackson), Come on Over (Shania Twain), Led Zeppelin IV, Rumours (Fleetwood Mac), Hotel California (Eagles), and more.

How does voting work?

Pick the album you think deserves the top spot and vote. Votes reset every hour.