Kendrick Lamar has achieved a historic milestone, becoming the first rapper to have three albums simultaneously in the Billboard top 10. His latest single, "Not Like Us," has earned him his first number one spot in the UK, with an impressive 6.4 million streams in the past week. Meanwhile, Louis Dunford's debut album, "Be Lucky," has charted at number eight, marking a significant achievement for the emerging artist.
Lamar's dominance on the charts is further solidified by his record-breaking Super Bowl half-time show, watched by a staggering 133.5 million viewers. His album "GNX" climbed from number four to number one, while "DAMN." reached the top position and "good kid, m.A.A.d city" secured the tenth spot. These accomplishments highlight Lamar's enduring influence and popularity in the music industry.
In addition to his chart success, Kendrick Lamar has also earned critical acclaim. He won five Grammys, including Record and Song of the Year for "Not Like Us." Collaborations with SZA, such as "Luther and All The Stars," have re-entered the top five, showcasing his versatility and ability to excel across genres.
Louis Dunford expressed his excitement about his chart success with "Be Lucky," stating that he was "absolutely buzzing."
"I never dreamed of getting into the top 10, thank you so much for all the support." – Louis Dunford
Meanwhile, other artists are making waves on the charts. The Manic Street Preachers' album "Critical Thinking" entered at number two, marking their 15th top 10 album. Sabrina Carpenter's "Short N' Sweet" returned to the top of the albums chart, continuing her streak of success.
Drake, however, faces legal issues as he sues Universal for defamation and harassment over "Not Like Us." Despite this, his joint album with PARTYNEXTDOOR, "$ome $exy $ongs 4 U," entered the top 40 with three songs, maintaining his presence in the music scene.
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