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Country star Toby Keith's posthumous album reaches No. 1 on Billboard

Toby Keith in a hat

Country music fans around the world are still grieving the loss of beloved artist Toby Keith, who tragically passed away last week after a long and courageous battle with cancer. As news of his passing spread, fans rushed to honor his memory by listening to his music, resulting in an incredible surge in plays and purchases. The outpouring of love for Keith has propelled his compilation album, '35 Biggest Hits,' to the top of the Billboard 200 chart, marking a remarkable posthumous achievement.

'35 Biggest Hits,' originally released in 2008, has made appearances on the Billboard 200 in the past, but it had not been present in recent rankings. However, following the announcement of Keith's passing, fans showed their unwavering dedication by bringing the compilation back to life on the charts. This week, it claims the coveted No. 1 spot.

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