On November 15, 1987 George Michael’s debut solo album Faith hit No. 1 on the U.K. album chart. The album has sold more than 20 million copies worldwide and won Album of the Year at the 1989 Grammy Awards.

Reflecting on Faith got us thinking about all of the debut albums we’ve enjoyed through the years. Let’s craft a playlist of songs from some of our favorite debut albums!

So for today’s 9:30 Coffee Break, what songs from an artist or band’s debut album would you like to hear?

Respond with your song ideas in the comments below.

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Songs Played

George Michael- Faith
De La Soul- Freedom of Speak
Nirvana- About A Girl
The Go Go's- We Got the Beat
The Cars- Just What I Needed
New York Dolls- Trash
The Strokes- Is This It
Yeah Yeah Yeahs- Maps