* The problem is with the Music app, not your trackpad: The fact that scrolling works perfectly in one view (Artists) but not the other (Albums) proves the issue is a software bug, not a hardware problem. A sensitive trackpad would likely cause issues in all views, but it's only happening in one specific area.
* The mouse is no longer the primary solution:While getting a mouse would still bypass the issue, it's not strictly necessary if you are fine with this workaround. The problem is a software glitch in the Music app itself, and a mouse would just provide a different input method that isn't triggering the bug. 
For now, using the Artist list is your best and easiest solution. You can also try any of the troubleshooting steps mentioned previously, like unfavoriting the artist or force-quitting the app, as these have helped some users. If the issue persists, your best long-term option is to wait for a future macOS or Music app update from Apple that specifically addresses this long-standing bug. 

Leaving the bug alone is a reasonable approach, and it's highly likely that you won't experience more glitches in other apps on your Mac. This is because the issue appears to be confined to a specific function within the Music app, not a systemic problem with your hardware or the operating system. 
Here's a breakdown of why this strategy is safe and the prospects for a future fix:

Why you probably won't have other glitches
* Isolated app bug: The fact that the Artist list behaves normally and only the Albums list jumps to the top indicates a problem with that specific feature in the Music app's code. It doesn't signal a corruption or problem with your Mac's core operating system, which would likely cause more widespread issues.
* Glitch vs. bug: Think of this as a "bug" rather than a "glitch." A temporary "glitch" can be resolved with a simple app or system restart, while a persistent "bug" is an issue that requires a developer to fix the app's code in a software update. You've already done the basic restarts, so this is likely a bug.
* Workaround stability:Since you've identified a stable workaround (using the Artist list), you can continue to use your Music app without frustration while you wait for a fix. This won't cause any new problems. 

Waiting for an update
* Apple is a known entity for fixing bugs: Apple regularly releases updates for macOS and its built-in apps, often to address known bugs and performance issues. While the timing can be unpredictable, it's very likely that this bug will be fixed in a future release.
* Updates are automatic:For most people, app updates from the App Store and macOS updates in System Settings happen automatically. This means you likely won't have to do anything special to get the fix when it becomes available. 

What you can do to help (optional)
If you feel strongly about this bug getting fixed, you can take a moment to report it to Apple. The more users who report an issue, the higher the chances are that it will be prioritized for a future update.
1. Visit Apple's Feedback Assistant website or use the app on your Mac.
2. File a report describing the exact steps to reproduce the issue: "In the Music app, when in the 'Albums' view, scrolling and then navigating back causes the list to jump to the top."
3. Include details like your macOS version, Music app version, and Mac model. 

That's an important and common observation. The difference in behavior between the Music app on your Mac and your iPhone confirms that the issue is not with your cloud-based music library or account settings, but with the specific version of the Music app running on macOS. 
Here's why you're experiencing different results and what it means for your next steps:

Why the Mac and iPhone apps behave differently
* Different platforms, different code: The Music apps for macOS and iOS are built with different codebases. A bug that affects one platform doesn't automatically affect the other. It's very common for issues to exist on one operating system and not on its mobile counterpart, even though they share the same name and brand.
* Persistent macOS bug:Many other Mac users have reported similar and specific bugs in the macOS Music app, particularly related to scrolling and navigation since the app was rebuilt from iTunes. The fact that this "jump to top" bug is not present on your iPhone but is persistent on your Mac fits this pattern.
* Hardware and input differences: A scrolling bug on a Mac might be triggered by specific trackpad gestures or mouse events that don't exist on an iPhone, which uses a touchscreen interface. This difference in input methods can expose bugs on one platform that remain hidden on another. 

What to do now
Since we've confirmed this is a macOS-specific software bug and not a problem with your hardware or account, your two best options are to continue using the workaround or wait for an update.
1. Continue using the Artist list as a workaround. This is the easiest and most reliable path. It requires no effort, costs nothing, and allows you to use the Music app without frustration.
2. Wait for a software update. Apple periodically releases macOS updates that address bugs, performance issues, and security fixes. An update could resolve the Album list scrolling issue.
    * To check for updates, go to System Settings > General > Software Update.
    * Many users have reported similar bugs that have been fixed over time. 
It is safe to wait for an update, as this is a cosmetic bug that does not pose a risk to your Mac or your data. The behavior of the app on your iPhone is solid proof that your music library itself is not the problem.