Why Lana Del Rey's 'Born To Die' Is One Of Pop's Most Influential Albums In The Past Decade | For The Record

The sound and aesthetic of ‘Born To Die,’ released in January 2012, created a blueprint for numerous artists and cultural movements during the 2010s — and beyond.

In the newest episode of For The Record, celebrate the 10th anniversary of Lana Del Rey's groundbreaking major-label debut, ‘Born To Die.’ The album’s sad-to-the-core aesthetic — featuring string-driven melodies and melancholic lyrics — ushered in a gloomier vibe to the bright, upbeat pop of the early 2010s. Not only did it resonate, but ‘Born To Die' helped open the door for the sounds of some of the decade's biggest stars.

Why Lana Del Rey's 'Born To Die' Is One Of Pop's Most Influential Albums In The Past Decade | For The Record

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