Kendrick Lamar Is Keeping Drake From No. 1; Morgan Wallen May Soon Do The Same

Drake is inching closer to scoring another No. 1 hit on the Hot 100, and he’s plainly doing whatever in his power to arrive. The rap artist’s single “Nokia” is picking up speed on the chart, and while it still has another area to go, it currently appears like a genuine competitor for the crown. This might be the one that gets him back to the top of the most competitive tunes ranking in the U.S.– however he deals with difficult competitors not just from his competing Kendrick Lamar, however likewise a brand name brand-new smash in the making.

Drake’s “Nokia” Strikes a New High on the Hot 100

” Nokia” climbs up one called on the Hot 100 today, moving from No. 3 to No. 2. That enhancement brings him agonizingly near a brand-new leader. The cut swaps areas with “Pass away With a Smile” by Girl Gaga and Bruno Mars, which dips to No. 3 this frame.

The Canadian super star now just tracks one title: “Luther,” the runaway smash by Kendrick Lamar and SZA. That cut is constant at No. 1 for a 8th frame, declining to budge as it continues to acquire points throughout every significant metric. At this rate, it’s turned into one of the most significant wins for both Lamar and SZA, and it might show tough to dismiss.

” Nokia” Might Assist Drake Break His Tie With Michael Jackson

If “Nokia” does handle to climb up simply another area, it will end up being Drake’s fourteenth No. 1 hit on the Hot 100. That would press him past Michael Jackson, as the 2 are presently connected with 13 leaders each. Breaking that tie would be a significant profession minute for the rap artist, and it would assist him match with another, familiar face.

Another chart-topper would connect Drake with Rihanna, another pop powerhouse he’s dealt with on many celebrations. The 2 shared a number of No. 1sts throughout their prime time, consisting of “What’s My Call?” and “Work.”

” Luther” Stays Drake’s Main Barrier

Today, “Luther” is the most significant thing standing in the method of “Nokia” declaring the Hot 100 throne. Lamar and SZA’s partnership is carrying out extremely well when it concerns sales, streams, and radio airplay, with the latter apparently doing the majority of the work to keep the cut on top. The tune is acquiring spins faster than almost anything else at the minute, and as that airplay continues to grow, it makes it even harder for any rival to capture up.

A video for “Luther” simply dropped just recently, which visual is bound to affect next week’s frame. The included YouTube views and social networks attention might provide the tune an edge, a minimum of for a little while longer.

Drake and Kendrick Lamar Might Lose to Morgan Wallen

Even if “Luther” lastly starts to insinuate the coming weeks, Drake still may not discover a simple course to No. 1. Another significant release is likewise making a play for the Hot 100’s top, and it might show to be a major issue.

Morgan Wallen simply dropped a brand-new single, and whenever he does that, it’s nearly particular to be substantial. The nation super star’s “I Ain’t Returning,” a partnership with Post Malone, got here on Friday (April 18). The last time the 2 artists interacted, they dropped “I Had Some Assistance,” which skyrocketed straight to No. 1 on the Hot 100.

If “I Ain’t Returning” is anything like their last collaboration, it might debut in the leading area on the Hot 100, totally obstructing Drake from reaching the top with “Nokia.” The race might wind up being in between “Luther” and the nation cut, while the Canadian hip-hop star’s newest starts to come down.