15 Coolest Pink Vinyl Record Variants
Albums by Britney Spears, Mac DeMarco, and Nicki Minaj were pressed on some the coolest pink vinyl on Discogs.
Pink is the color of the summer thanks to the release of Greta Gerwig’s highly anticipated Barbie film. As moviegoers flock to theaters to see the titular Barbie embark on a journey of self-discovery, fans are also hoping to snag a copy of the movie’s equally anticipated soundtrack, Barbie: The Album.
The soundtrack, produced by Mark Ronson, features appearances by some of the hottest names in pop music, including Billie Eilish, Charli XCX, Haim, and more. It’ll ship out to music fans, local shops, and big box stores on vinyl in six different variations of pink: hot pink, neon pink, two pink splatter designs, and two marbled, candy-influenced hues.
In honor of Barbie, Discogs rounded up a list of the most wanted and most collected albums released on a pink vinyl variant. Check out some of the coolest pink vinyl picks below.
Flowers For Vases / Descansos
by Hayley Williams
Hayley Williams is best known as the front-woman of pop-punk group Paramore, but she released her first solo project in 2020. In 2021, Williams surprise-released her second studio album Flowers For Vases / Descansos, in which the singer takes on an intimate folk and country sound. A limited-edition version of this album was released in a pink-and-black marbled vinyl variant called “pink smoke.”
…Baby One More Time
by Britney Spears
Britney Spears’ debut studio album, …Baby One More Time, is considered one of the most influential pop albums. Originally released in 1999, the record has sold more than 25 million copies worldwide, making it Spears’ best-selling album. A limited-edition reissue of …Baby One More Time was released in 2020 on clear, pink-splattered vinyl.
Lover (Live From Paris)
by Taylor Swift
Released as a Valentine’s Day special edition and sold exclusively through Taylor Swift’s website, Lover (Live From Paris) contains live recordings of eight songs from her seventh studio album, Lover, performed during the one-night-only City of Lover concert in Olympia, Paris. The release features two 8-inch heart-shaped discs, one in marbled pink and the other in marbled blue.
Salad Days
by Mac DeMarco
Multi-hyphenate indie rocker Mac DeMarco released his second studio album, Salad Days, in 2014. The record was more structured and introspective than previous projects, and featured songs about personal reflection and life’s transitions. A 2019 limited-edition reissue repackages the record on red and pink marbled vinyl.
Cry Baby
by Melanie Martinez
Cry Baby is the debut studio album of singer-songwriter Melanie Martinez, who gained popularity after competing in the third season of the US version of The Voice. Cry Baby, written from the perspective of a child who endures adult experiences, was intended to showcase Martinez’s vulnerability. This “pink in milky clear” pressing of the acclaimed album is a translucent white with a pink center.
The Lemon Of Pink
by The Books
The Books are a folk-electronic duo made up of guitarist and vocalist Nick Zammuto and cellist Paul de Jong. Known for their use of obscure samples and everyday objects as instruments, The Books’ music nearly defies genre but stays close to Zammuto and de Jong’s ambient influences. The second album, The Lemon Of Pink, was reissued in 2016 on yellow vinyl with a striking hot pink splatter.
Dónde Están Los Ladrones?
by Shakira
Although her first English-language album wasn’t released until 2001, Colombian singer-songwriter Shakira had already become an international sensation. Her fourth album, Dónde Están Los Ladrones?, was a critical and commercial success in Latin America, Spain, and the US. A limited-edition reissue of Ladrones was released in 2021 on marbled red and pink galaxy vinyl.
Sucker
by Charli XCX
English singer Charli XCX was inspired by rock bands like The Hives, Weezer, and the Ramones during the recording of her second album, Sucker. The result was a smart and punchy pop record that took over the airwaves and earned Charli pop-star status. Before listening to her latest track on Barbie: The Album, revisit Sucker on pink vinyl.
Future Nostalgia
by Dua Lipa
Pop singer Dua Lipa dove head first into a disco-influenced sound while recording her second studio album, Future Nostalgia. Riding high on the success of singles “Don’t Stop Now” and “Levitating,” Lipa also secured a spot on the Barbie soundtrack (and the movie). A limited-edition version of Future Nostalgia was released on neon pink translucent vinyl in 2020.
Dirty Computer
by Janelle Monáe
Pop, R&B, and funk join forces on Janelle Monáe’s third studio album Dirty Computer. The singer combines protest and popular music on a record that explores feminism, queer identity, and politics. This limited-edition version of Dirty Computer was released on neon pink vinyl.
Time ‘n’ Place
by Kero Kero Bonito
Time ‘n’ Place is the second album by British indie pop band Kero Kero Bonito. Time ‘n’ Place marked a departure from the group’s previous electronic sound and saw them experiment with noise, shoegaze, and synth-pop styles. A limited edition of this album was pressed on 180-gram translucent pink vinyl.
St. Vincent
by St. Vincent
St. Vincent described her self-titled fourth album as a “party record you could play at a funeral.” The singer-songwriter wanted to be more extroverted and connect with her fans on the record, which won her the Grammy Award for Best Alternative Music Album in 2015. St. Vincent was reissued in 2017 on pink and white marbled vinyl.
Ramones
by Ramones
Ramones is the debut studio album by the iconic punk rock band of the same name. Originally released in 1976, the album is often credited with establishing and popularizing the punk style. Though Ramones themes are darker than some of the other entries on this list, the album was reissued on pink-marbled vinyl in 1987.
Pink Friday
by Nicki Minaj
No pink vinyl list would be complete without an appearance from hip-hop’s own Barbie, Nicki Minaj. The rapper’s debut album, Pink Friday, was released in 2010 and spawned the mega-hits “Your Love,” “Right Thru Me,” and “Moment 4 Life.” This version was released in a special hot pink hue.
Confessions On A Dance Floor
by Madonna
Madonna’s tenth studio album, Confessions On A Dance Floor, was influenced by ’70s disco, ’80s electropop, and club music from the 2000s. Dance your heart out to the Queen of Pop’s tunes on this 2019 reissue pressed on vibrant, hot pink vinyl.
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