Kendrick Lamar has once again seized the spotlight on the Billboard Hot 100, storming the charts with his latest release, “Not Like Us,” which makes an impressive entry at the coveted No. 1 spot. Garnering a staggering 70.9 million official streams, along with 5 million radio airplay audience impressions and 15,000 units sold within the US in its inaugural week, Lamar’s diss track aimed at Drake marks his fourth chart-topper, following previous hits like “Like That” with Future and Metro Boomin, “HUMBLE.,” and “Bad Blood” featuring Taylor Swift.
Kendrick Lamar’s “Not Like Us” Tops Multiple Charts
The success of “Not Like Us” extends beyond its No. 1 debut, as it also secures the top position on the Streaming Songs, Hot R&B/Hip-Hop Songs, and Hot Rap Songs charts, further solidifying Lamar’s dominance in the music industry.
Dot’s Rising Hits: “Euphoria” and “Like That” Take the Charts by Storm
But Lamar isn’t done yet. His alter ego, Dot, makes additional waves on the charts, with “euphoria,” another diss track directed at Drake, skyrocketing from No. 11 to an impressive No. 3, while “Like That” climbs two spots to claim the No. 6 position.
Drake’s “Family Matters”: A Strong Response to Lamar’s Dominance
Meanwhile, amid Lamar’s triumph, Drake retaliated with his diss track, “Family Matters,” making its debut at No. 7. Despite facing formidable competition, Drake managed to amass 38 million streams, 646,000 airplay audience impressions, and 5,000 units sold, earning him his 78th Hot 100 top 10 entry and his 331st overall entry. The rivalry between these two titans of the rap world continues to captivate audiences, setting the stage for an epic showdown in the charts.
