Lana Del Rey recently made an exciting announcement for her fans – she's planning to release a new album called Lasso in 2024. But while the anticipation builds for her upcoming project, her debut album, Born to Die, continues to make waves in the music industry. In fact, this week, it reached a remarkable milestone that only one other woman in American history has achieved.
Born to Die has now spent an impressive 520 weeks on the Billboard 200 chart. That's a whole decade of consistent streaming and purchasing by thousands of fans each week. This feat establishes Lana Del Rey as the second woman to have an album stay on the Billboard 200 for ten years. The first female artist to accomplish this extraordinary feat is none other than Adele, with her widely successful album, 21, which has spent a staggering 596 weeks on the chart.
Currently, Born to Die is holding strong at No. 60 on the Billboard 200, a remarkable placement for an album that is a decade old. In the past week alone, the album garnered another 13,717 equivalent units in the US, including purchases and streaming activity. This consistent popularity demonstrates the lasting appeal and impact of Lana Del Rey's music.
While Lana Del Rey matches Adele's record, it's worth mentioning that Adele's 21 continues to chart as well, currently sitting at No. 176 on the Billboard 200. With almost 600 weeks on the chart, Adele's iconic album remains one of the standout achievements in music history.
Additionally, it's important to give credit to Fleetwood Mac and their album Rumours, which has spent an impressive 565 weeks on the Billboard 200. As a band comprising both men and women, including the legendary Stevie Nicks and the late Christine McVie, their long-standing presence on the chart is truly remarkable.
When considering all artists, a handful of albums have reached the ten-year mark on the Billboard 200. The record for the most weeks on the chart is still held by Pink Floyd's iconic album, Dark Side of the Moon, which has spent a staggering 988 weeks on the chart. Musical powerhouses like Journey, Metallica, Creedence Clearwater Revival, Bruno Mars, Eminem, and others have also achieved this feat, making this exclusive club of long-standing Billboard successes include fewer than 20 releases.
Lana Del Rey's accomplishment with Born to Die rightfully solidifies her place in music history. As fans eagerly await her upcoming album, Lasso, it is clear that her sound resonates with listeners and continues to captivate audiences even after a decade. Lana Del Rey's impact in the music industry is undeniable, and her journey is far from over.
