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Which Taylor Swift songs have made history by taking top 14 spots of Hot 100 charts?
What a success story Taylor Swift is proving to be. Record sales, massive tour and even a Super Bowl ring on her boyfriend’s finger.
She just can’t help herself, can she. Taylor Swift has shattered records, once again, this time by claiming the entire top 14 spots of the Billboard Hot 100 chart simultaneously. This historic feat marks the first time in music history that an artist has dominated the chart in such a manner, solidifying Swift’s status as a powerhouse in the music world.
Taylor Swift breaking Billboard records
The news comes hot on the heels of Swift’s latest album, “The Tortured Poets Department,” which has taken the world by storm since its release. According to Billboard, the album sold a staggering 2.61 million album and streaming units during its first week in the United States alone, catapulting it to the number one spot on the Billboard 200 albums chart.
Swift’s 14th chart-topping album not only secured her a place in the record books but also tied her with Jay-Z for the most number one albums among soloists. The album’s success was fuelled by a combination of traditional album sales, digital downloads, and an unprecedented surge in vinyl sales, with total on-demand official streams reaching a staggering 891.34 million.
“The Tortured Poets Department” also achieved the largest streaming week for an album ever, breaking records left and right. Swift’s dominance extended beyond the United States, as she also topped the British music charts, surpassing the Beatles for the fastest artist to accumulate 12 UK number one albums.
But arguably the most jaw-dropping accomplishment of all is Swift’s unprecedented sweep of the Hot 100 chart, as announced on Monday 29 April. From “Fortnight” featuring Post Malone at number one to “The Smallest Man Who Ever Lived” at number 14, Swift’s songs have captured the hearts and ears of listeners across the globe.
Here are those Top 14 Billboard hits
No. 1, “Fortnight” ft. Post Malone
No. 2, “Down Bad”
No. 3, “I Can Do It With a Broken Heart”
No. 4, “The Tortured Poets Department”
No. 5, “So Long, London”
No. 6, “My Boy Only Breaks His Favorite Toys”
No. 7, “But Daddy I Love Him”
No. 8, “Florida!!!” ft. Florence and the Machine
No. 9, “Who's Afraid of Little Old Me?”
No. 10, “Guilty as Sin?”
No. 11, “Fresh Out the Slammer”
No. 12, “loml”
No. 13, “The Alchemy”
No. 14, “The Smallest Man Who Ever Lived”
The sheer diversity of Swift’s chart-topping tracks speaks volumes about her versatility as an artist. From the introspective balladry of “I Can Do It With a Broken Heart” to the infectious energy of “Fresh Out the Slammer,” Swift effortlessly navigates a range of genres and emotions, showcasing her unparalleled songwriting prowess. She’s also doing rather well on the global list, excluding the USA:
Fans and critics alike have heaped praise upon “The Tortured Poets Department,” hailing it as a masterpiece from one of music’s most iconic figures. With her Eras Tour set to resume in Paris next month, Swift shows no signs of slowing down as she continues to push the boundaries of creativity and innovation in the music industry. Oh, and then there’s her beau.
Kelce joins record-breaking Swift
That’s right, Monday was also the day that Taylor’s main man, Travis Kelce, became the highest-paid tight end in NFL history. Early reports on the new deal from ESPN’s Adam Schefter stated that the Kansas City Chiefs player has now signed an extension worth $34.25 million, with $17 million fully guaranteed for the coming season. It’s a deal that should tie him to Kansas until 2027.