Leon Thomas achieves first top 10 on Billboard Hot 100 with ‘Mutt’ in R&B genre
Leon Thomas has reached a significant milestone on the Billboard charts with his track titled “Mutt.” This song has climbed from its previous position at No. 18 to an impressive No. 10 this week on the Hot 100 chart. This achievement marks his first appearance in the top 10 of this widely recognized chart for singles.
The artist expressed his excitement about this accomplishment on social media, specifically on Instagram, where he shared a post acknowledging the support of his fans, known as his “PHOLKS.” In his post, he highlighted the journey of over a year that led to this achievement and thanked each person who contributed to making it possible. Thomas also used this opportunity to encourage others to continue working hard and pursuing their dreams.
Written by his longtime collaborators D. Phelps and Freaky Rob, “Mutt” was released on August 9, 2024, serving as both the lead single and title track of Thomas’ second album. The track made its debut at No. 100 on the Hot 100 chart on February 8, marking Thomas’ initial solo entry on this chart. Since its release, “Mutt” has been steadily making its way up various Billboard charts, securing the top spot on Hot R&B/Hip-Hop Songs, Hot R&B Songs, R&B/Hip-Hop Airplay, and R&B Digital Song Sales.
The success of “Mutt” was further solidified earlier this month when it received a 2x platinum certification from the Recording Industry Association of America (RIAA) for surpassing two million equivalent units in the United States. Riding on the momentum of his recent EP release titled “PHOLKS,” Thomas is gearing up to embark on his extensive “Mutts Don’t Heel World Tour.” This three-leg tour will kick off on Thursday, October 30, in Dallas at the House of Blues, with Alt-R&B singer Ambré joining him on this journey.
In a world where the music industry is constantly evolving and competitive, achieving a top 10 position on a chart as influential as the Billboard Hot 100 is no small feat. For Leon Thomas, this milestone represents the culmination of hard work, dedication, and unwavering support from his fans and collaborators. As he continues to push boundaries and pursue his artistic endeavors, the sky seems to be the limit for this talented artist.