The Adele - 25 Target Deluxe Edition (2015) is a highly sought-after version of the artist's record-breaking third studio album. While the standard album contains 11 tracks, this North American exclusive was released on November 20, 2015, featuring three bonus tracks not found on the global standard release . Tracklist & Bonus Content
The Target Exclusive edition includes the full standard tracklist plus three additional songs produced by industry veterans like Linda Perry and Mark Ronson :
Standard Tracks: "Hello," "Send My Love (To Your New Lover)," "I Miss You," "When We Were Young," "Remedy," "Water Under the Bridge," "River Lea," "Love in the Dark," "Million Years Ago," "All I Ask," and "Sweetest Devotion" . Target Bonus Tracks: "Can't Let Go" (Produced by Linda Perry) "Lay Me Down" (Produced by Mark Ronson) "Why Do You Love Me" (Produced by Ariel Rechtshaid) Audio Formats & FLAC Availability adele 25 target deluxe edition 2015 flac top
Physical Media: The edition was primarily released as a physical CD in a Digipak format .
FLAC/Lossless Quality: While XL Recordings initially limited high-resolution (24-bit) digital availability, the album was released in 16-bit "CD Quality" lossless formats . Collectors often obtain the FLAC version of this specific deluxe edition by "ripping" the physical Target CD to ensure they have the three bonus tracks in uncompressed quality . The Adele - 25 Target Deluxe Edition (2015)
Retail Availability: This version was sold exclusively at Target stores and via Target.com in the US . Currently, it is often found through collectors and secondary retailers like eBay . Production & Critical Reception
Production: The album features a departure from the "young-fogey" sound of 21, incorporating more synths, drum pads, and 80s R&B elements . Listening Tips
Impact: The Target edition was credited with significantly boosting physical sales during its release window, with Target's CEO noting it as one of their biggest releases ever .
The release of 25 was a watershed moment for the music industry, countering the trend of declining physical sales.