Kanye West and Ty Dolla Sign’s collaborative album “Vultures 1” has soared to the top of the Billboard 200 chart, according to a report by Billboard.
The first installment of the highly anticipated “Vultures” trilogy made an impressive debut by earning 148,000 equivalent album units in the United States for the week ending February 15, as reported by Luminate.
Breaking down the numbers, the album accumulated 129,000 SEA units, or stream equivalent albums, driven by a staggering 167.78 million on-demand official streams. Additionally, the album recorded 18,000 units in album sales and TEA units, or track equivalent albums, contributing to the remaining 1000 units.
“It’s a beautiful time,” Ye expressed exclusively to Complex, reflecting on the success of “Vultures 1.”
Upon its release on February 10, “Vultures 1” was initially available for streaming and digital download only.
However, fans can now anticipate the release of physical copies of the album on CD and vinyl, with pre-orders already being accepted on Ye’s online store.
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For Kanye West, “Vultures 1” marks his 11th chart-topping album, solidifying his position as one of the most influential figures in the music industry.
Meanwhile, it represents Ty Dolla Sign’s first No. 1 album overall, signaling a significant achievement in his career trajectory.
According to Billboard, Kanye’s latest feat ties him with music legends Bruce Springsteen and Barbra Streisand, who each boast 11 No. 1 albums.
Leading the pack, however, are The Beatles, with a record-breaking 19 No. 1 albums, followed by Jay-Z with 14, and a tie between Drake and Taylor Swift at 13.