Adele is the second female artist, after Rihanna, to have three songs with over two billion views on YouTube. Her video for “Someone Like You” has crossed two billion views on YouTube.
The song was released as the second single from her album “21” in 2011. Adele and Dan Wilson wrote the song and produced by Rick Rubin.
The song is a heart-wrenching ballad about a past relationship that has ended, and the singer’s struggle to come to terms with it. The lyrics express feelings of longing and regret. The singer reflects on the good times she had with her former partner. She wonders whether he still thinks about her in the same way.
The song’s simple piano melody and Adele’s powerful vocals make it a standout track on the album. It became a massive hit, reaching the top of the charts in many countries. It also earned Adele numerous awards and accolades.
“Someone Like You” is one of Adele’s signature songs. It continues to be a fan favorite and a staple of her live performances.
Adele’s Other Albums & Signature Song “Someone Like You”
“19” (2008)
Adele’s debut album, which she named after her age at the time of its recording. The album features the hit singles “Chasing Pavements” and “Hometown Glory” and received critical acclaim, earning Adele two Grammy Awards.
“21” (2011): Featuring the signature song “Someone Like You” by Adele
21″ (2011) was Adele’s second album, which was a massive commercial success. It cemented her as one of the biggest artists in the world. The album features the hit singles “Rolling in the Deep,” “Someone Like You,” and “Set Fire to the Rain,”. It won multiple Grammy Awards, including Album of the Year.
“25” (2015)
Adele’s third album, which was highly anticipated after a four-year hiatus following the release of “21.” The album features the hit singles “Hello” and “When We Were Young”. It became the best-selling album of 2015 and 2016. It also won Adele multiple Grammy Awards, including Album of the Year.