Drake and PartyNextDoor’s collaborative album $ome $exy $ongs 4 U has officially debuted at No. 1 on the Billboard 200, dethroning Kendrick Lamar’s GNX from the top spot. The project marks Drake’s 14th chart-topping album, further solidifying his dominance in the music industry.
With 246,000 equivalent units sold in its first week, $ome $exy $ongs 4 U amassed over 287 million streams—making it the biggest streaming debut since GNX dropped last December. Despite projections initially estimating a slightly higher figure of 250,000, the album still managed to outperform all other releases for the week.
Drake Ties JAY-Z & Taylor Swift for Most No. 1 Albums
This latest achievement places Drake in elite company, tying him with JAY-Z and Taylor Swift as the solo artists with the most No. 1 albums in Billboard 200 history. Only The Beatles, with 19 chart-toppers, have more. What makes Drake’s record even more impressive is the fact that he has achieved 14 No. 1 albums in just 15 years, a feat unmatched by many of his peers.
For PartyNextDoor, $ome $exy $ongs 4 U is a career milestone, marking his first-ever No. 1 album. The R&B singer-songwriter, a longtime OVO Sound affiliate, has worked closely with Drake for over a decade, but this joint effort has given him his biggest chart success to date.
Drake’s Collaborative Success Continues
This album is also Drake’s third collaborative project to reach No. 1, following What a Time to Be Alive with Future (2015) and Her Loss with 21 Savage (2022). His ability to dominate the charts not only as a solo artist but also through joint efforts further underscores his versatility and cultural impact.
Kendrick Lamar’s GNX Holds Strong Despite Drop
Although GNX fell to No. 3 this week, Kendrick Lamar’s album still pulled in an impressive 136,000 equivalent units, maintaining strong numbers nearly three months after release. While $ome $exy $ongs 4 U has momentarily taken the crown, GNX had a much bigger opening week, selling 319,000 units upon its debut last November.
Additionally, while Drake’s latest album helped him temporarily surpass Kendrick for the most single-day Spotify streams by a rapper in 2025—amassing 92.4 million plays—the race for streaming dominance remains tight between the two.
How $ome $exy $ongs 4 U Stacks Up in Drake’s Career
Despite reaching No. 1, $ome $exy $ongs 4 U ranks as one of Drake’s lower first-week sales performances. It is his fifth lowest-selling album in terms of debut numbers, surpassing So Far Gone (73,000), Care Package (109,000), Honestly, Nevermind (204,000), and Dark Lane Demo Tapes (223,000).
Even with slightly lower-than-expected numbers, the album’s success showcases Drake’s continued ability to shape the music landscape. His chart dominance, streaming power, and collaborative efforts keep him at the forefront of the industry—cementing his legacy alongside some of the greatest artists of all time.
