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Drake Breaks New Billboard Record with ‘Nokia’ as He Continues Historic Run
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Drake surpasses Bieber to set new record for most #1 hits in Digital Song Sales
Canadian superstar Drake has once again made history, securing his place as the male artist with the most No. 1 hits on the Billboard Digital Song Sales chart.
His latest milestone is the track “Nokia” from his collaborative album with fellow Canadian artist PartyNextDoor.
With ‘Nokia‘ claiming the top spot, Drake now boasts 14 No. 1 hits on the chart, surpassing the previous record of 13, which he had shared with pop sensation Justin Bieber.
The award-winning rapper has been in record-breaking form since the release of his latest project. His new album, ‘$ome $exy 4 U,’ debuted at No. 1 on the Billboard 200, making it his 14th chart-topping album as a solo act.
This achievement places him in an elite league alongside hip-hop mogul Jay-Z and global pop icon Taylor Swift, who also hold 14 No. 1 albums.
Beyond breaking records, Drake has also been entangled in controversy. His latest project follows his highly publicized rap battle with Kendrick Lamar, which gave rise to the diss track ‘Not Like Us.’ The track became a global sensation but also led to legal disputes.
In a lawsuit against Universal Music Group (UMG), Drake accused the label of failing to prevent the release of a song he claimed contained false and damaging allegations against him. He further alleged that the label manipulated streaming numbers on Spotify using bots to boost the track’s popularity.
Despite the drama, Drake continues to dominate global music sales. According to the International Federation of the Phonographic Industry (IFPI), he was the highest-selling rapper of 2024 and ranked second overall behind Taylor Swift, who claimed the top spot for the third consecutive year.
Drake’s enduring influence in the industry remains undeniable. This marks the 10th time he has been listed among IFPI’s top 10 global artists and the 10th occasion he has emerged as the highest-selling rapper worldwide.
With his dominance on streaming platforms, chart success, and a steady string of hit records, 2025 will be another eventful year for the Canadian megastar.