Kendrick Lamar's 'GNX' Skyrockets to No. 1, Dominates Charts with Record Streams
December 2, 2024
Additionally, 'Squabble Up' topped the all-genre Streaming Songs chart, as well as the Hot R&B/Hip-Hop Songs and Hot Rap Songs charts.
The success of GNX caps a remarkable year for Kendrick, solidifying his legacy with notable victories in his career, including a win over Drake in their feud.
Kendrick Lamar's latest album, GNX, has debuted at No. 1 on the Billboard 200 chart, selling 319,000 equivalent album units in the week ending November 28, 2024.
Of these units, a significant 285,000 were driven by streaming, resulting in an impressive 379.72 million on-demand streams across the album's 12 tracks.
The project features collaborations with various artists, including SZA, Roddy Ricch, and several underground Los Angeles rappers, alongside production from notable figures like Jack Antonoff and Kamasi Washington.
Among the top tracks from GNX are 'Luther' featuring SZA at No. 3, 'Wacced Out Murals' at No. 4, and 'TV Off' featuring Gunplay at No. 2 on the Billboard Hot 100.
The lead single, 'Squabble Up,' has also reached No. 1 on the Billboard Hot 100, marking a significant achievement for Lamar as it dethroned Shaboozey's 'A Bar Song (Tipsy).'
The album addresses recent controversies, including Kendrick's ongoing feud with Drake, which has been a focal point of public interest.
Hints from DJ Hed suggest that Lamar is not finished with new music, teasing fans about potential upcoming projects.
This album release comes just months before Lamar is set to headline the Super Bowl halftime show on February 9, 2025, in New Orleans.
Mustard, a key collaborator on the album, celebrated the success of his tracks 'TV Off' and 'Hey Now' on social media, expressing his excitement for their high rankings.
GNX recorded the third-biggest streaming week for an album in 2024, highlighting its significant impact in the music industry.
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Billboard • Dec 3, 2024
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