George Michael Considered This 1996 Album His Greatest Masterpiece

Among all the records released throughout his career, George Michael believed that one specific album represented his most complete work as an artist. That album was "Older", released in 1996. Produced in a period marked by profound personal transformations, the album presented a more mature, introspective and emotional side of the singer. The songs addressed themes such as love, loss, spirituality and self-knowledge. Tracks like "Jesus to a Child", "Fastlove" and "Spinning the Wheel" showed an artist willing to explore complex emotions in an honest and sophisticated way. George Michael often described "Older" as his most important artistic achievement. For him, the album represented the moment in which he was able to fully express his musical identity without compromise. Although he produced several hits throughout his career, the singer believed that no other work reflected his creative vision as well as this album. Decades after its release, "Older" continues to be cited by critics and fans as one of the most refined works of British pop from the 1990s.