Taylor Swift no longer rules the Billboard 200.
For months, she dominated the U.S. albums chart since early May. She faced tough competition from many superstars. Yet, a legendary rapper ended her streak.
Eminem’s new album, The Death of Slim Shady (Coup de Grâce), debuts at No. 1. His hip-hop powerhouse album tops the tally. He stops Swift from making history. Swift’s The Tortured Poets Department now shares the record for the second-most weeks at No. 1 from a debut. She ties with Morgan Wallen’s One Thing at a Time, which held the same feat.
Swift broke a tie with Whitney Houston by securing a twelfth week at No. 1. Houston and Swift both had 11 weeks at the top from their debut at No. 1. Houston’s record held from the ‘80s. Swift managed to surpass this by one week.
Had Swift maintained the No. 1 spot for a thirteenth week, she would have made history again. Stevie Wonder’s Songs in the Key of Life is the only release to spend 13 weeks at No. 1 from its debut. Swift missed this milestone but might return to the summit. The Tortured Poets Department still performs well. A quiet week with few major releases could propel it back to No. 1. However, upcoming releases from Stray Kids and BTS’s Jimin pose strong competition.
Eminem’s The Death of Slim Shady debuts at No. 1 with 281,000 equivalent units sold. Streaming units make up most of this sum. Tracks from the album garnered 220 million plays on Spotify and Apple Music in the first tracking week. Despite being available only digitally, it sold 114,000 copies. This achievement showcases Eminem’s enduring popularity.
Swift might reclaim the top spot.
However, Eminem’s current success demonstrates his lasting influence in the music industry. The competition remains fierce, and the Billboard 200 continues to see dynamic shifts. This week marks a significant moment for both artists.
As new albums debut, the chart landscape evolves. Swift’s resilience and Eminem’s impact highlight the ever-changing nature of music popularity. The future weeks will reveal whether Swift can reclaim her position or if other artists will dominate the charts. Music fans eagerly anticipate the next developments on the Billboard 200.
Both artists have proven their staying power.
Swift’s consistent performance and Eminem’s surprise debut reflect their unique strengths. The industry watches closely as they continue to shape the musical landscape. Upcoming releases promise more excitement and shifts in chart standings.
In conclusion, Eminem’s new album halts Swift’s record streak. Swift’s album still performs well, but competition is fierce. The Billboard 200 remains a battleground for top artists. Fans can expect more thrilling chart battles in the weeks to come.
