Particle.news

Download on the App Store

Taylor Swift's 'The Tortured Poets Department' Sets New Records

The album achieves historic chart success, dominating Billboard with unprecedented streaming numbers.

  • Taylor Swift's latest album, 'The Tortured Poets Department', debuts at No. 1 on the Billboard 200, tying her with Jay-Z for the most No. 1 albums by a solo artist.
  • The album's lead single, 'Fortnight' featuring Post Malone, tops the Billboard Hot 100, contributing to Swift's record of the most songs in the top 14 spots simultaneously.
  • Swift's album achieves the largest streaming week ever with over 891 million streams, surpassing previous records held by Drake.
  • The album also sets a new record for vinyl sales, selling 859,000 units in its first week, the highest in modern history.
  • Swift expresses gratitude and astonishment over the album's success, highlighting the overwhelming fan support.
Hero image