Kendrick Lamar’s “Not Like Us” Hits No. 1 on Billboard Hot 100, Drake Diss Takes No. 3
Kendrick Lamar’s latest track, “Not Like Us,” has taken the music world by storm, landing the rapper back on top of the Billboard Hot 100 chart. The song, which includes a subtle diss towards fellow rapper Drake, has quickly climbed the charts, securing Lamar his fourth Hot 100 No. 1 and 15th top 10 hit.
Released on pgLang/Interscope Records/ICLG, “Not Like Us” has garnered an impressive 70.9 million streams, 5 million radio airplay audience impressions, and 15,000 units sold in the U.S. for the week ending May 9. Despite its late release during the tracking period, the song managed to debut at No. 1 on the Hot 100, making it the 1,171st song to claim the top spot in the chart’s history.
In addition to its success on the Hot 100, “Not Like Us” has also topped the Streaming Songs chart, marking Lamar’s fifth chart-topper in this category. The track’s record-breaking 70.9 million streams have surpassed previous records set by Drake, solidifying Lamar’s position as a dominant force in the music industry.
With “Not Like Us” leading the charge, Lamar’s other hits, including “Euphoria” and “Like That,” have also seen a surge in streams and sales, further solidifying his status as one of the top artists in the game.
Fans have taken to social media to express their excitement over Lamar’s latest success, with many praising the rapper for his lyrical prowess and ability to dominate the charts. As Lamar continues to make waves in the music industry, it’s clear that he is a force to be reckoned with.