Despite controversies surrounding Kanye West, his latest collaboration with Ty Dolla $ign, “Vultures 1,” debuts triumphantly at No. 1 on this week’s Billboard 200 chart. The album’s resounding success underscores the enduring appeal of West’s artistry, despite recent backlash.
“Vultures 1” soared to the top with a commanding 148,000 equivalent units, propelled primarily by streaming, which accounted for a staggering 167 million plays. The album’s 18,000 pure sales further solidify its chart-topping status.
For West, “Vultures 1” marks his eleventh solo No. 1 album, adding another illustrious achievement to his storied career. Meanwhile, for Ty Dolla $ign, this milestone represents his inaugural reign atop the Billboard 200—a testament to his growing prominence in the music industry.
The collaborative effort between West and Ty Dolla $ign not only dominates the charts but also showcases the power of artistic collaboration. With expectations high for the album’s tracks to make waves across various Billboard charts, including the Hot 100, the duo’s influence is poised to extend even further, reaffirming their status as trailblazers in the hip-hop landscape.