I love my 50mm f/1.8. I've used it so much over the years and it produces beautiful shots. I also have an old 50mm f/1.4 (which can be had for a steal[0]) and while it's nowhere near as sharp, it has a really dreamy quality about it.

[0] https://www.mpb.com/en-uk/product/nikon-af-nikkor-50mm-f-1-4...