Post Malone has just hit a major milestone with his latest album, F-1 Trillion. According to Billboard, it’s officially the Number One album on the charts as of this Sunday, marking his first chart-topping success since Hollywood's Bleeding back in 2019. Not only has it conquered the Billboard 200, but it's also claimed the top spot on the Hot Country chart.
What's so exciting about F-1 Trillion? For starters, this isn't just another Post Malone album. It's his country debut, and it’s packed with an all-star lineup of collaborators like Morgan Wallen, Dolly Parton, Blake Shelton, Luke Combs, and Jelly Roll. The album launched with an impressive 250,000 units sold, which translates to a whopping 213 million streams, according to Luminate.
Here’s a quick rundown of the current chart standings:
- Number 1: F-1 Trillion by Post Malone
- Number 2: The Rise and Fall of A Midwest Princess by Chappell Roan
- Number 3: The Tortured Poets Department by Taylor Swift
- Number 4: One Thing at a Time by Morgan Wallen
- Number 5: Hit Me Hard and Soft by Billie Eilish
This makes F-1 Trillion Post Malone's third Number One album, following the success of Beerbongs & Bentleys and Hollywood's Bleeding. His recent works, Twelve Carat Toothache and Austin, both hit Number 2 but never quite reached the top spot.
Despite this being his first official foray into country music, Post Malone's love for the genre isn't new. Over the years, he's covered songs by country stars like Sturgill Simpson and Brad Paisley. With F-1 Trillion, he's not just dipping his toes into country; he's making a splash. The album's success highlights a broader trend—country music's rising popularity in the streaming age and its growing influence on pop music. This trend is exemplified by other artists like Beyoncé, who released a trailblazing country album titled Cowboy Carter, and Lana Del Rey, who confirmed earlier this year that she’s working on her own country project.
One of the standout tracks from F-1 Trillion is the lead single, "I Had Some Help," featuring Morgan Wallen. This track has been a huge hit, spending six non-consecutive weeks at the top of the Hot 100 this summer. It’s poised to reclaim the throne from Shaboozey’s country hit "A Bar Song (Tipsy)," which has held the top spot for the past five weeks. The Hot 100 chart will confirm the new standings tomorrow.
In summary, Post Malone's F-1 Trillion is more than just a successful album—it’s a significant moment in both his career and the music industry at large. With its impressive collaborations and the rising popularity of country music, this album is a game changer. Whether you're a long-time fan or just curious about Post Malone's venture into country, F-1 Trillion is definitely worth a listen.
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