Ariana Grande has secured the top spots on both the album and singles charts in the United States this week with the release of her seventh studio album, 'Eternal Sunshine.' The album debuted at No. 1 on the Billboard 200 chart, marking the largest opening week of the year with 227,000 units sold. The album garnered 195 million on-demand official streams and 77,000 album sales, according to data from Luminate.
Grande's single 'We Can't Be Friends,' produced by Max Martin, also claimed the No. 1 position on the Hot 100 chart. The track accumulated 33 million streams and 5 million radio airplay audience impressions. In addition to the original version released on March 8, the song was made available in various versions including a 'string version,' an a cappella version, and instrumental options.
Multiple tracks from 'Eternal Sunshine' made their way onto the Hot 100 chart, with 'Ordinary Things' reaching No. 55. Notably, Grande's grandmother, Nonna, at 98 years old, became the oldest person to appear on the chart, featured in the closing seconds of the single, sharing a poignant anecdote that encapsulates the song's themes.
Prior to 'Eternal Sunshine,' Grande released the Madonna-inspired track 'Yes, And?' which debuted at No. 10 on the Hot 100 chart. Grande's achievement of having two albums with multiple No. 1 hits makes her the first female artist in history to accomplish this feat.
Meanwhile, on the Hot 100 chart, newcomer 4Batz, with an assist from Drake, entered the Top 10 with 'Act II: Date @ 8.' The song jumped to No. 7 with 20 million streams and 8.4 million radio audience impressions following Drake's remix. 4Batz's unique blend of dreamy R&B and hip-hop caught the attention of major artists and labels, leading to a short-term deal with Drake's label OVO Sound.
Looking ahead, March 22 promises new music releases from Shakira with her album 'Las Mujeres Ya No Lloran,' featuring collaborations with Cardi B, Rauw Alejandro, Karol G, Grupo Frontera, and Tiesto. Additionally, Tyla is set to release her self-titled debut, and Metro Boomin and Future announced their joint record, 'We Don't Trust You,' arriving on the same day.
