Tyler, The Creator claims top spot on charts as Ozzy rises after death
Tyler, The Creator achieves a monumental feat by securing the top spot on the Billboard Hot 100 with his latest album “Don’t Tap the Glass”. This week’s Billboard albums chart witnessed a significant shakeup with five new entries in the top 10. Notable among these is Tyler, The Creator’s latest album, which debuted at No. 1, and a posthumous resurgence by Ozzy Osbourne’s “The Essential Ozzy Osbourne”, climbing to No. 7 following the legendary singer’s passing.
Tyler, The Creator surprised fans by dropping “Don’t Tap the Glass” on a Monday with only four days to accumulate sales and streams to secure the top spot on the Billboard charts. With the album boasting 128,000 sales from his webstore alone, Tyler’s strategic approach yielded immense success, dethroning Morgan Wallen’s “I’m the Problem” for the coveted No. 1 position. This achievement marks Tyler’s second chart-topper in less than a year and adds to his track record of eight top 10 albums, with a perfect streak of four consecutive No. 1 hits.
The Billboard charts this week exemplify a blend of new entrants and enduring classics finding their way back to the limelight. Existing chart-toppers such as Travis Scott’s “JACKBOYS 2” and Justin Bieber’s “SWAG” managed to hold their ground with minimal drops, allowing room for fresh additions like Tyler, The Creator’s new album to take the lead. Furthermore, albums like Scott’s, Bieber’s, Clipse’s, and Jessie Murph’s “Sex Hysteria” sticking around in the top 10 underline the exciting diversity in this week’s chart landscape.
On the singles chart, Alex Warren’s “Ordinary” reigns supreme for an eighth week, driven by robust airplay figures. It stands firm at the top of the Pop Airplay chart while lagging slightly in streaming numbers. In contrast, HUNTR/X’s “Golden” surges to No. 2 with a notable Hitch in streaming and is primed for further growth following a remix release. The variances in chart performance between top tracks underscore the diverse paths to Hot 100 success marked by streaming and airplay metrics.
In light of Ozzy Osbourne’s recent passing at 76, the charts witnessed a spike in streams, airplay, and sales of his iconic songs. Songs like “Crazy Train” from his 1980 album “Blizzard of Ozz” experienced renewed interest posthumously, showcasing the enduring impact of Osbourne’s music over several decades. The surge in chart activity following Osbourne’s death reflects the natural inclination of fans to honor his legacy through streaming, sales, and airplay requests.
The dynamic shifts on the Billboard charts this week reinforce the ever-evolving music landscape where emerging talent contends with established classics, ensuring a vibrant and diverse chart ecosystem. With Tyler, The Creator charting new milestones and inspiring a wave of fresh entries, the music industry continues to celebrate a mix of new hits and enduring favorites across the albums and singles charts.