Ray of Light was a massive commercial triumph, debuting at number two on the Billboard 200 and topping the charts in over a dozen countries. It went on to sell over 16 million copies worldwide.
In the years since its release, Ray of Light has been recognized as one of the greatest albums of all time, ranking high on various "best of" lists, including Rolling Stone's 500 Greatest Albums of All Time.
Audiophiles often seek out specific pressings or Japanese bonus track editions of Ray of Light (which included the track "Has to Be") that might not be readily available on standard streaming platforms.