Playboi Carti Achieves No. 1 Debut with ‘Music’ in Australia
Playboi Carti has made a significant mark on the Australian music scene by securing his first No. 1 album on the ARIA Albums Chart with his latest album, Music. This release, featuring 30 tracks, is heralded as his most ambitious project yet.
Breaking Records
With Music, Playboi Carti not only achieves the top spot but also enters the ARIA top 10 for the first time. His previous albums, Die Lit (2018) and Whole Lotta Red (2020), reached peaks of No. 49 and No. 15 respectively. This significant leap underscores Carti’s increasing popularity in Australia.
Notable Collaborations
The album features a star-studded lineup, including well-known artists such as:
- Kendrick Lamar
- Travis Scott
- The Weeknd
- Future
- Young Thug
- Jhené Aiko
The inclusion of these prominent musicians has fueled anticipation surrounding the release and contributed to its success.
Singles Chart Highlights
In parallel to Carti’s achievement, the ARIA Singles Chart saw Doechii rise to No. 1 with her track “Anxiety.” This marks her first chart-topping single in Australia and is notable for sampling Gotye and Kimbra’s iconic 2011 hit “Somebody That I Used to Know.” Additionally, Doechii has another song, “Denial Is A River,” debuting at No. 23, as well as a feature on Sleepy Hallow’s version of “A N X I E T Y,” currently at No. 41.
Emerging Artists
This week also highlighted emerging talent, with Australian singer-songwriter Mia Wray making her entrance at No. 26 on the albums chart with her debut project Hi, It’s Nice To Meet Me. Wray, known for winning the People’s Choice Award in the 2012 Telstra Road To Discovery program, has previously shared stages with renowned acts such as Vance Joy and The Rubens.
Chart Movements
In other chart news, Alex Warren soared into the top five for the first time with his single “Ordinary.” Chappell Roan also continues to gain momentum, as her latest track “The Giver” performs impressively, while her previous single “Pink Pony Club” reaches a new peak.