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Chappell Roan’s ‘The Subway’ Tops U.K. Streaming Chart, Drives Saskatchewan Tourism Campaign

The song’s U.K. streaming triumph prompted Saskatchewan’s tourism board to unveil Roan-themed itineraries ahead of an eventual performance pledge.

Overview

  • ‘The Subway’ debuted at No. 1 on the U.K. Official Streaming chart, becoming Roan’s first streaming leader in Britain.
  • The single also entered the illboBillboard Hot 100 at No. 3, marking the highest debut of her career.
  • Tourism Saskatchewan reported a 1,700–1,800% surge in social-media mentions and nearly one million global impressions following the song’s release.
  • Provincial officials and partners including Destination Canada and Captive Media launched themed activities and online content to capitalize on the spike in interest.
  • Roan told Apple Music’s Zane Lowe that the track was inspired by her time hiding in Los Angeles, she’s vowed to perform in Saskatchewan one day, and she says a second album remains years away as she seeks stability to write.