Unbelievable Records Broken by Taylor Swift
Swift's recent musical releases have made history yet again, making her the first living artist to have five albums in the top 10 of the Billboard 200 chart since 1963 when the mono and stereo album charts were combined.
The record-breaking albums include her latest release, "1989 (Taylor's Version)" along with "Midnights," "Folklore," "Lover," and "Speak Now (Taylor’s Version)" which she released in 2019, 2020, 2022, July 2023, and October 2023, respectively.
Prince, a legendary artist, was the last to achieve this feat, but that was posthumously in 2016 after his passing at the age of 57.
Swift further broke her Spotify record in October, becoming the most streamed artist in a single day and her album "1989 (Taylor Version)" being the most streamed single-day album of the year.
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The rare achievement by Taylor Swift didn't come without a fight. She faced criticisms and lawsuits when she released her album "1989 (Taylor's Version)" as a re-recorded version of her original 2014 album. However, her fans stood by her, and the album topped the charts, strengthening her position as a powerful music icon.
Prince, on the other hand, achieved his five-album feat in the Top 10 posthumously, showcasing the enduring impact of his music on his fans and critics.
Sources
- "Taylor Swift's 'Folklore' is No. 1 as 5 Albums Top Billboard 200 Chart." .
- "Taylor Swift's '1989' Sets Record as Top-Selling Turntable Album on vinyl." .
- "Taylor Swift's '1989' Re-Entry At No. 1 On Billboard 200 Chart." .
