Taylor Swift has done it again, folks. The pop sensation’s latest album, “The Tortured Poet’s Department,” has just broken a record that’s been held for 37 years by none other than Whitney Houston.
A Record-Breaking Album
“The Tortured Poet’s Department” has now spent an impressive 12 weeks at number one on the Billboard 200 chart. This achievement surpasses Whitney Houston’s self-titled 1987 album, “Whitney,” which topped the chart for 11 weeks. With this feat, Taylor Swift has made history as the first woman to have an album debut and stay at number one for 12 consecutive weeks.
Swift’s Unstoppable Success
This isn’t the first time Swift has rewritten the record books. Her previous albums, “1989” and “Fearless,” each spent 11 weeks at number one after their release. But “The Tortured Poet’s Department” has taken things to a new level.
Breaking More Than One Record
In 2020, Swift’s album “Folklore” also set a record, giving her the most cumulative weeks at number one for a female artist. Back then, the gap between her and Houston was just a week. But now, Taylor has racked up a staggering 81 weeks at number one on the Billboard 200 throughout her career. The only act ahead of her is The Beatles, with a mind-blowing 132 weeks at number one.
And let’s not forget, Taylor is now the solo artist with the most weeks at number one, outpacing even Elvis Presley by 14 weeks.
Competition on the Horizon
Despite the runaway success of “The Tortured Poet’s Department,” there are whispers that Eminem’s latest album, “The Death of Slim Shady (Coup de Grace),” might challenge Swift’s reign. Eminem has an impressive track record himself, with 10 consecutive chart-topping albums since the year 2000, starting with “The Marshall Mathers LP.”
The Swift Phenomenon
Taylor Swift’s ability to continuously break records and set new standards is a testament to her immense talent and connection with her audience. “The Tortured Poet’s Department” isn’t just another album; it’s a cultural milestone, echoing the sentiments and stories that resonate deeply with fans worldwide.
So, what’s next for Taylor Swift? Only time will tell, but one thing is for sure – she’s not done making history. Stay tuned, because in the world of Taylor Swift, there’s always another record to break.
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