Fellow Diamonds! I genuinely cannot believe it’s taken me this long to sit down and rank every MARINA album but after seeing her on Friday night at Alexandra Palace something shifted. I left that show feeling inspired, emotional and honestly a little bit in awe so this felt like the perfect moment to finally do it.
Coming off a completely sold-out North American run, Marina brought the Princess of Power Tour to Ally Pally and it wasn’t just another stop on the tour. At one point she got visibly emotional bless her, sharing that this was the biggest venue she’s ever played in Europe and said “18 years ago, I signed my record deal on the steps outside Ally Pally…” and “…so this feels like a real full circle moment, like I’m closing a chapter tonight, here with all of you.” I must admit I got nervous when she said that, I was thinking omg please don't retire but nope, phew, but I've been a fan of Marina since day one and this was actually my fifth time seeing her in concert and my second most seen artist according to my Concert Archive profile. Feel free to follow me on there if you like!
Thank you Marina for being you and for sharing your talent with us diamonds for all of these years and growing up with us, I <3 YOU if you're reading this and now let's dive in to the ranking....head first!
6.Love + Fear (2019)
I still don't know why Love + Fear got so much heat, I think it showed Marina at her most reflective whilst blending polished pop with thoughtful lyrics about identity and relationships, super relatable.
Handmade Heaven is such a pretty track and To Be Human and Orange Trees are two of my faves too.
The album feels cohesive and uplifting, offering a calmer but still compelling evolution of her sound. Overall, it's a beautifully introspective record that rewards careful listening.
I love Superstar too and You, Enjoy Your Life, End of the Earth, Life Is Strange, Emotional Machine, Karma, True and of course, Baby (with Clean Bandit and Luis Fonsi). Honestly it's such a good album! Also....the lyrics "Be happy with the body that you're in, Being who you are don't cost a thing" on True always hit for me.
5.Ancient Dreams In A Modern Land (2021)
Firstly I need to mention the Ancient Dreams in a Modern Land artwork, it's stunning, right?! Marina's fifth studio album mixes vibrant pop with sharp, feminist commentary. Standout tracks for me are Purge the Poison and Venus Fly Trap which I think ooze confidence from Marina.
ADIAML feels empowering and unapologetic, celebrating individuality and change.
Man's World is an anthem and typical Marina delivering powerful lines about inequality and empowerment with a wink.
4.The Family Jewels (2010)
The one where becoming a Diamond began. The Family Jewels is a striking debut that introduces Marina's quirky style and sharp lyrical wit, blending indie pop with theatrical flair.
Hollywood is one of my absolute favourite songs ever and I love I Am Not a Robot and Oh No! showcases her unique voice and clever commentary on identity and fame.
The Family Jewels still sounds fresh too, it could literally be released today and still sound really good, it really is a captivating and distinctive debut that instantly set her apart.
3.Princess Of Power (2025)
Princess of Power is Marina in full technicolour, an explosive rush of glimmering pop, attitude and unapologetic self mythology, channelling flashes of Electra Heart. Tracks like Cuntissimo (I still can't get over Cuntissimo), Princess of Power and Final Boss hit with fierce confidence.
The official video for I <3 YOU is one of my favourite Marina videos ever (and the song too).
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The whole album feels electric, theatrical, and deliciously self aware. It’s a dazzling, high drama pop statement that proves Marina still reigns in her own universe.
2.Electra Heart (2012)
Electra Heart has to be one of my favourite pop albums ever. I love a concept driven pop masterpiece.
Tracks like Primadonna, Teen Idle, Homewrecker, Lies, Bubblegum Bitch and Immortal are iconic, saying that though, the whole album is.
I need to mention the How To Be A Heartbreaker official video....this video contributed to my gay awakening, anyone else?!
Radioactive is super slept on too!
1.Froot (2015)
Froot had to be my number one Marina album.
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