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Kendrick Lamar's Album Sees Surge In Popularity Amid Feud

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Kendrick Lamar and Drake's ongoing feud has not only captured the attention of the public but has also had a significant impact on their music catalog. As the two rappers continue to release diss tracks aimed at each other, their songs have been climbing the Billboard charts.

Interestingly, while Drake's albums have been slipping on various lists, Kendrick Lamar's music has been experiencing a resurgence. In particular, Lamar's latest project, 'Mr. Morale & the Big Steppers,' has seen a notable increase in popularity.

This week, 'Mr. Morale & the Big Steppers' made its debut on the Top Streaming Albums chart, entering at No. 49. Although this initial ranking may seem modest, it marks a promising start for the album.

Notably, this is not the first time Kendrick Lamar has appeared on the streaming-only albums ranking. His previous albums, 'Damn.' and 'Good Kid, M.A.A.D. City,' have also made their mark on the chart, with both titles experiencing a surge in streams.

On the Billboard 200, 'Mr. Morale & the Big Steppers' has made a significant leap, climbing more than 100 spots to land at No. 55. The album garnered 16,416 equivalent units in the past tracking period, representing a 104% increase in consumption compared to the previous week.

In addition to its success on the Top Streaming Albums chart and the Billboard 200, 'Mr. Morale & the Big Steppers' has re-entered the Top Rap Albums list at No. 16 and the Top R&B/Hip-Hop Albums chart at No. 22.

Overall, Kendrick Lamar's music continues to resonate with audiences, with 'Mr. Morale & the Big Steppers' gaining momentum and achieving new milestones on various Billboard charts.

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