Drake has made history by surpassing Michael Jackson’s long-standing record for the most No. 1 hits on the Billboard Hot 100 chart by a solo male artist. His latest track, “Janice STFU,” debuted at the top spot this week after the release of his trilogy of albums. This achievement brings Drake’s total number of chart-toppers to 14, putting him on par with Taylor Swift and Rihanna for the most No. 1 singles across all artists, trailing only Mariah Carey with 19 and The Beatles with 20.
In addition to this milestone, Drake also broke the record for the most entries on the Hot 100 in a single week, with an impressive 42 songs making it onto the chart, surpassing Morgan Wallen’s previous record of 37. Drake’s latest album, “Iceman,” pays homage to the late Michael Jackson, evident in the album cover featuring a rhinestone-studded glove reminiscent of Jackson’s iconic accessory.
This week, Drake achieved another remarkable feat by securing the top three positions on Billboard’s top 200 album chart with his trilogy of albums – “Iceman,” “Habibti,” and “Maid of Honour” debuting at Nos. 1, 2, and 3 respectively. These releases mark Drake’s first solo projects since his well-known feud with Kendrick Lamar in 2024, with subtle references to the rivalry embedded in several tracks.
The lead-up to “Iceman’s” release saw Drake engaging in elaborate promotional activities, such as illuminating Toronto’s CN Tower in an icy-blue hue and surprising fans with the drop of the other two albums. Throughout his career, Drake has drawn parallels between his legacy and that of Michael Jackson, a connection further emphasized by his recent musical endeavors.