Kendrick Lamar and SZA's collaboration on the track "Luther" has captured the top spot on the Billboard Hot 100 for the second consecutive week. This vibrant track, which pays tribute to the legendary Luther Vandross, skillfully blends elements of R&B and rap, resulting in widespread acclaim and substantial airplay success.
A Dominant Chart Presence
"Luther" has made history by becoming the first track to simultaneously top both the Adult R&B Airplay and Rap Airplay charts, a feat never before achieved. The song also dominates several other charts, including the R&B/Hip-Hop Airplay and Rhythmic Airplay, underscoring its extensive appeal across genres.
Unprecedented Airplay and Streaming Success
The song's success extends beyond traditional metrics, evidenced by its impressive 51 million radio airplay impressions—a 9% increase from the previous week. Even as digital sales experience a slight decline, "Luther" continues its reign on the Streaming Songs chart. This success illustrates the track's wide-reaching impact and consistency across multiple platforms.
To further understand its impact, consider the following:
- Radio Airplay: 51 million impressions, up 9%
- Streaming: 38.7 million official streams
- Digital Sales: 4,000 units sold, despite a 30% decrease
Kendrick Lamar and SZA's Chart Milestones
"Luther" marks significant milestones for both artists involved. For Kendrick Lamar, it is his sixth song to claim the No. 1 spot on the Hot 100, while it stands as SZA's third. Their combined efforts have led the song to maintain a No. 1 position for ten weeks on both the Hot R&B/Hip-Hop Songs and Hot Rap Songs charts, confirming its lasting popularity and their influential presence in the music industry.
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