ROSÉ and Bruno Mars’ “APT.” continues to dominate the Billboard Global 200 and Billboard Global Excl. U.S. charts, holding the top spot for a sixth consecutive week. This collaboration marks the second chart-topping success for both artists on these platforms.
Kendrick Lamar Makes a Strong Debut
Kendrick Lamar makes a powerful entry into the Global 200 chart, debuting five songs in the top 10, all from his latest album, GNX. Additionally, Mariah Carey’s holiday classic, “All I Want for Christmas Is You,” makes a resurgence in the Global Excl. U.S. top 10. Joining them are newcomers G-DRAGON with “Home Sweet Home” featuring TAEYANG and DAESUNG, and Stromae and Pomme with “Ma Meilleure Ennemie.”
Insight into the Global Charts
The Global 200 and Global Excl. U.S. charts, established in September 2020, rank songs based on streaming and sales data collected from over 200 territories worldwide, curated by Luminate. While the Global 200 includes worldwide data, the Global Excl. U.S. chart focuses on territories outside the United States.
Chart Ranking Criteria
The chart rankings are determined by a weighted formula that considers official streams from subscription and ad-supported audio and video music services, as well as download sales from digital music retailers worldwide. Direct-to-consumer (D2C) sales are not included in the calculations.
Success of “APT.”
“APT.” maintains its position at the top of the Global 200 with 160.6 million streams and 20,000 units sold globally from Nov. 22-28. This duet made history by achieving over 200 million global streams in multiple weeks, a remarkable feat since the chart’s inception.
Streaming Milestones
- 224.5 million, “APT.,” ROSÉ & Bruno Mars, Nov. 2
- 207.5 million, “APT.,” Nov. 9
- 176.8 million, “Fortnight,” Taylor Swift feat. Post Malone, May 4
- 162.2 million, “APT.,” Nov. 16
- 160.6 million, “APT.,” Dec. 7
- 146.4 million, “APT.,” Nov. 23
- 132.7 million, “APT.,” Nov. 30
Other Chart Highlights
Lady Gaga and Mars’ “Die With a Smile” continues to impress at No. 2 on the Global 200, maintaining a strong presence on the charts. Kendrick Lamar’s multiple entries showcase the popularity of his new album, with each track making significant waves in the top 10.
Global Excl. U.S. Success
“APT.” also reigns supreme on the Global Excl. U.S. chart for the sixth week, with 141 million streams and 13,000 units sold outside the U.S. Mariah Carey’s holiday classic and new entries from G-DRAGON, Stromae, and Pomme further diversify the top 10.
Exciting New Entrants
G-DRAGON’s “Home Sweet Home” featuring TAEYANG and DAESUNG, and Stromae and Pomme’s “Ma Meilleure Ennemie” make impressive debuts in the Global Excl. U.S. top 10, showcasing the diversity of talent on the charts.
Conclusion
The Billboard Global charts continue to showcase the global impact of music, with established artists and newcomers making waves across the charts. From streaming milestones to chart-topping hits, the music industry remains vibrant and dynamic.
FAQs
Q: How are the Billboard Global charts calculated?
A: The Billboard Global charts incorporate streaming and sales data from over 200 territories worldwide, compiled by Luminate, to rank songs based on their performance.
Q: Which artists have dominated the Global charts recently?
A: ROSÉ, Bruno Mars, Kendrick Lamar, Mariah Carey, G-DRAGON, Stromae, and Pomme have all made significant impacts on the Billboard Global charts with their chart-topping hits and successful debuts.
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