Korn’s ‘Greatest Hits Vol. 1’ Re-enters Billboard 200 After 20 Years – Find Out Why

Korn, the influential nu metal band, is experiencing a revival on the music charts, with their compilation album Greatest Hits Vol. 1 making a remarkable comeback after more than two decades since its initial release. Debuting in 2004, this compilation album recently re-entered the renowned Billboard 200 chart, landing at the 195th spot in the rankings for the week of May 30. This resurgence adds to the album’s impressive track record of spending a total of 67 weeks on the Billboard 200 over the years.

The iconic Greatest Hits Vol. 1 features a collection of 19 tracks spanning the period from 1994 to 2004, showcasing some of Korn’s most celebrated songs like “Freak On a Leash,” “Falling Away From Me,” “Blind,” and “Got the Life,” among others. Additionally, the album includes two well-received cover songs by the band, namely their interpretations of Cameo’s “Word Up!” and Pink Floyd’s “Another Brick in the Wall, Pt. 1, 2, 3.”

In addition to the success of Greatest Hits Vol. 1, Korn has also released several other compilation albums, such as the 2006 live album Live & Rare and The Essential Korn in 2011. Upon the initial release of Greatest Hits Vol. 1 in October 2004, the album quickly climbed the Billboard 200 chart, attaining an impressive debut at the No. 4 spot, which remains its peak position to date. Notably, the band has secured higher rankings on the albums chart with five other albums, including chart-toppers like 1998’s Follow the Leader and 1999’s Issues, both of which spent a week at No. 1.

Korn’s discography boasts a string of Top 5 albums on the Billboard 200, including three No. 2 hits: Untouchables (2002), Untitled (2007), and Korn III: Remember Who You Are (2010). Furthermore, the band claimed two No. 3 positions with Life Is Peachy (1996) and See You on the Other Side (2005), while their 2016 album The Serenity of Suffering reached the No. 4 spot, further solidifying their standing on the music charts.

Overall, Korn’s enduring appeal and continued success are evident through the resurgence of their classic compilation album, Greatest Hits Vol. 1, on the Billboard 200 after a remarkable 20-year hiatus. With their distinctive sound and iconic tracks, the band continues to captivate audiences and solidify their status as pioneers in the nu metal genre.