Kanye West's recently released album is making waves, particularly on streaming platforms like Spotify. The controversial rapper has achieved an impressive feat on the site, overshadowing another musician amidst their ongoing strained relationship.
Taking to Twitter on February 14th, West shared a tweet that highlighted his success on Spotify's global streaming charts. The tweet, originally from Daily Loud, declared him as the most-streamed artist on the platform, surpassing long-time rival Taylor Swift. With a following of 20 million on Instagram, West ensured that his achievement gained maximum visibility.
Indeed, West claimed the top spot on Spotify's daily ranking for Sunday, February 11th, dethroning Swift, who is known for her dominance on the popular streaming website. However, West's reign at the helm was short-lived. Swift reclaimed the number one position on Monday, February 12th, and held onto it the following day, with West settling into second place.
The surge in West's streams can be attributed to the release of his latest album, Vultures 1. This album marks his return to the music scene after his career was nearly derailed by the controversy surrounding his widely publicized antisemitic views. Fans eagerly anticipated his new project, resulting in several songs from Vultures 1 ranking among Spotify's most-streamed tracks since its release.
The feud between Swift and West has been a well-documented, high-profile saga spanning over a decade. It all began when West interrupted Swift's acceptance speech at the MTV Video Music Awards, arguing that Beyoncé deserved the honor instead. Since then, the two have been engaged in a public back-and-forth, with West continually referencing their conflict.
Given the high number of streams Vultures 1 has garnered within a few days of its release, it's highly likely that the album will claim the top spot on the Billboard charts. Predictably, the set is expected to reach number one on the Billboard 200, propelling West back into the spotlight and granting his collaborator, Ty Dolla $ign, his first taste of chart success.
With West's music resonating once again with his fans, it seems he is reclaiming his position at the forefront of the music industry. Only time will tell if this newfound success will pave the way for a positive shift in his already tumultuous relationship with Taylor Swift.
