Billboard’s charts are experiencing a dynamic shift with a captivating mix of fresh releases, unexpected successes, and cherished holiday classics, showcasing a diverse lineup from Dolly Parton to Drake.
Dominating the Hot 100, Jack Harlow secures his third chart-topping single with the infectious “Lovin on Me,” a track that cleverly samples the 1995 R&B hit “Whatever.” This musical triumph swiftly dethrones Taylor Swift’s “Cruel Summer,” which held the top spot last week. Boasting nearly 24 million streams and 21 million radio impressions, as reported by Luminate, “Lovin on Me” follows Harlow’s earlier 2022 hit, “First Class,” a chart-topper that skillfully integrated Fergie’s “Glamorous.” Notably, the song’s TikTok debut played a pivotal role in its rapid ascent, captivating audiences well before its official release on November 10.
Harlow, recently in the limelight for his solo venture “Jackman,” which debuted at No. 8 on the Billboard 200 in May, hinted at more music on the horizon with an Instagram post exclaiming, “Warming up. More coming.”
As December approaches, holiday magic is in the air, reflected in the return of festive singles to the top 10. Mariah Carey’s perennial favorite, “All I Want For Christmas Is You,” joyously claims the fourth spot, amassing 22 million streams and 16 million airplay impressions in the past tracking week. Meanwhile, Brenda Lee’s timeless “Rockin’ Around The Christmas Tree” makes a festive comeback, securing the eighth position.
Breaking into the tail end of the Hot 100’s top 10 are rising stars Tate McRae and Tyla. McRae’s “Greedy” claims the seventh spot, gaining momentum just ahead of the anticipated release of her second LP, “Think Later,” scheduled for December 8. Tyla’s Grammy-nominated “Water” cements its place at No. 10, marking the South African pop sensation’s first Hot 100 Top 10, just a month after its initial entry.
Shifting gears to the Billboard 200, Drake’s “For All The Dogs” reclaims the summit after the release of its deluxe edition, amassing an impressive 145,000 equivalent album units sold in the United States. “Scary Hours 3,” featuring music from the aforementioned album along with six new tracks, follows closely. Swift’s “1989” secures the second spot, representing the pinnacle of her Billboard 200 achievements. Dolly Parton’s “Rockstar,” distinct from last week’s chart-topper, Stray Kids’ “Rock-Star,” occupies the third position.
Parton’s “Rockstar,” released on November 17, is a star-studded affair featuring collaborations with renowned artists like Brandi Carlile, Pink, Lizzo, Steven Tyler, Paul McCartney, Ringo, Elton John, and more. The album accumulated 128,000 units, with album sales accounting for 118,500 of that total.
Enhypen’s “Orange Blood” emerges as the only other newcomer in the album chart’s top 10, making a noteworthy debut at No. 4. The seven-member K-pop group, formed in 2020 on the reality show “I-LAND,” garnered 90,000 units, primarily propelled by collectible CD sales and nearly 5 million streams. This achievement marks their third predominantly Korean-language record to secure a spot in the Billboard 200’s top 10, showcasing the group’s rising prominence.
