Greatest Pop Albums of All Time
Born This Way or 21
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Why This Battle Matters
Imagine pitting the anthemic self-empowerment of Lady Gaga's 'Born This Way' against the soul-stirring balladry of Adele's '21'. This isn't just a battle of hits—it's a clash of cultural titans. 'Born This Way' represents a bold, unapologetic crusade for identity and acceptance, bursting with pop and electronic grandeur. In contrast, '21' delves into the depths of heartache and redemption with a voice that wraps around the soul like a warm blanket on a cold night. What's at stake here? It's about more than just which album you pump through your speakers—it's a choice between the anthem of reinvention and the soundtrack to vulnerability. Which value resonates more deeply with you?
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How Fans Are Voting
In this battle:
Fans currently prefer 21 over Born This Way when it comes to the greatest Pop Albums of all time. In head-to-head matchups, fans pick 21 61.9% of the time over Born This Way.
Across all battles:
21 win rate: 57.3%
Born This Way win rate: 48.9%
Fan FAQs
Why is this matchup such a big debate in the Greatest Pop Albums of All Time league?
It’s a classic showdown between two groundbreaking albums that defined the early 2010s. 'Born This Way' with its anthem of inclusivity against '21' with its deep, soulful heartbreak tunes — each has a passionate fanbase arguing for its cultural and musical impact.
Why do fans adore 'Born This Way' so much?
Lady Gaga's 'Born This Way' is a celebration of self-identity and freedom, which really strikes a chord with fans. The album’s dance-friendly tracks mixed with empowering lyrics create a unique emotional connection that fans can't get enough of.
Who's leading in the battle between 'Born This Way' and '21' on GoatWars?
Right now, '21' is ahead. Fans seem to resonate deeply with its soulful tracks and Adele’s powerhouse vocals, which might be why it's pulling ahead of 'Born This Way'.