Playboi Carti’s “MUSIC” Dominates Billboard Charts with Record-Breaking Success

Playboi Carti’s long-awaited album “MUSIC” has finally arrived, and it’s a hit. Released on March 14, the album debuted at No. 1 on the Billboard 200, racking up 298,000 equivalent album units. Despite Carti disputing the numbers, “MUSIC” also had the biggest streaming week for a rap album since 2023. With 384 million streams, it trails only behind Taylor Swift’s “The Tortured Poets Department” for the highest weekly streams.

New Songs “EVIL J0RDAN” and “RATHER LIE” Hit Hot 100

Two tracks from the album, “EVIL J0RDAN” and “RATHER LIE”, have stormed the Billboard Hot 100 at No. 2 and No. 4. These hits mark Carti’s return to the Top 10, strengthening his influence in the rap industry.

Other Chart Movements

While Carti’s success stands out, K-pop group LE SSERAFIM pushed BLACKPINK’s Jennie out of the Top 10 albums with their EP “Hot” debuting at No. 9. Meanwhile, Doechii’s “Anxiety” climbed to No. 10 on the Hot 100, marking her highest-charting hit yet.

Chappell Roan’s Country Crossover Success

Surprisingly, Chappell Roan’s country track “The Giver” debuted at No. 1 on the Hot Country Songs chart. However, it didn’t make the Top 50 on Country Airplay, highlighting the divide between streaming success and radio play.