UPDATE: Only 13 albums have achieved the remarkable feat of spending at least 10 weeks at No. 1 on the Billboard 200 chart this century, a definitive measure of album popularity in the U.S. This exclusive list features music giants like Taylor Swift, Adele, and Morgan Wallen, each contributing significantly to this rare achievement.
The Billboard 200, which tracks U.S. album sales and streaming, has seen only 13 albums reach this milestone since 2000. Taylor Swift stands out as the only female artist with four albums achieving this mark, placing her alongside iconic bands like The Beatles and Elvis Presley.
Among the standout albums:
1. **”Fearless” by Taylor Swift** – Released in 2008, this album spent 11 weeks at No. 1 and remains the most-awarded country album in history.
2. **”21″ by Adele** – The powerhouse album, released in 2011, dominated for an impressive 24 weeks at No. 1, making it the highest-performing album ever on the Billboard 200.
3. **”Frozen (Original Motion Picture Soundtrack)”** – This soundtrack captivated audiences, maintaining a strong presence for 13 weeks at No. 1.
4. **”1989″ by Taylor Swift** – Swift’s 2014 release spent 11 weeks at the top and won multiple Grammy awards, solidifying her status in the music industry.
5. **”Views” by Drake** – Released in 2016, it spent 13 weeks at No. 1, marking it as one of the biggest hits of that year.
6. **”Dangerous: The Double Album” by Morgan Wallen** – Wallen’s album achieved 10 consecutive weeks at No. 1, joining a historic list of albums that started strong.
7. **”Un Verano Sin Ti” by Bad Bunny** – This album was a cultural phenomenon, spending 13 weeks at No. 1 and earning a Grammy nomination.
8. **”SOS” by SZA** – Released in December 2022, this album made history as the first R&B album by a woman to spend 10 weeks at the top since 1991.
9. **”One Thing at a Time” by Morgan Wallen** – With 19 nonconsecutive weeks at No. 1, it became the biggest country album in Billboard 200 history.
10. **”The Tortured Poets Department” by Taylor Swift** – Released in 2024, this album marked a 12-week reign at No. 1, showcasing Swift’s continuous impact on the music scene.
11. **”I’m the Problem” by Morgan Wallen** – Wallen continued his streak with this album, which spent 12 weeks at No. 1.
12. **”The Life of a Showgirl” by Taylor Swift** – Released on October 3, 2025, this album also hit 10 weeks at No. 1 by December 27, 2025.
As music fans celebrate these milestones, the impact of these albums is felt across the industry, influencing artists and shaping the charts for years to come. The competition remains fierce, and as new releases emerge, the landscape of the Billboard 200 is set to change.
What’s next? Keep an eye on upcoming releases as artists strive to break these impressive records!