Taylor Swift Adds Third Week at No. 1 on Albums and Songs Charts; Olivia Dean and Leon Thomas Enter Top 10

The latest music charts reveal a powerful display of sustained success for established artists while simultaneously celebrating the arrival of new talent in the highly coveted top tiers. Taylor Swift continues her remarkable run, extending her stay at No. 1 on both the album and songs charts for a third consecutive week. This enduring popularity is complemented by exciting breakthroughs from Olivia Dean and Leon Thomas, who have both secured their first entries into the Hot 100’s top 10.

Taylor Swift’s Unyielding Chart Dominance

Taylor Swift’s album, “The Life of a Showgirl,” has achieved a significant milestone, claiming the No. 1 spot on the album charts for a third straight week. According to Luminate, the record accumulated an impressive 194,000 equivalent album units during the tracking period. This makes “The Life of a Showgirl” only the second album of 2025 to spend its initial three weeks at the summit, following Morgan Wallen’s “I’m the Problem,” which held the position for eight weeks.

Swift’s presence is equally strong on the Billboard Hot 100, where her track “The Fate of Ophelia” reigns supreme for a third consecutive week. Beyond the top spot, she further solidifies her chart presence with multiple songs in the upper echelons: “Opalite” secures the No. 4 position, “Elizabeth Taylor” is at No. 5, and “Father Figure” rounds out her top-tier entries at No. 6.

Olivia Dean’s Ascent to the Top 10

While no new music releases entered the Hot 100’s top 10 this week, Olivia Dean made a notable leap with her track “Man I Need.” The song climbed from No. 17 to an impressive No. 8, marking her debut in the Hot 100’s top 10. During the tracking week, “Man I Need” garnered 14.3 million streams and registered 17 million in radio reach, surpassing its previous peak of No. 12 since its chart entry in September.

On the album front, Olivia Dean’s “The Art of Loving” experienced a slight shift, moving down one spot to No. 7 on the Billboard 200. Despite this minor adjustment, the album continues to demonstrate its staying power, marking its fourth consecutive week within the top 10.

Leon Thomas Marks His Solo Top 10 Debut

Adding to the list of breakthrough artists, Leon Thomas secured his first top 10 hit as a recording artist with his song “Mutt,” landing at No. 10 on the Hot 100. “Mutt” saw 7 million streams and nearly 60 million in radio audience, contributing to its climb.

While this marks Thomas’s inaugural appearance in the top 10 as a solo performer, he is no stranger to chart success. He has previously earned three top 10s as a credited writer and producer, contributing to hits such as Drake’s “In the Bible” and “Love All” featuring Jay-Z, as well as SZA’s “Snooze.”

Notable Movements on the Album Charts

Beyond the top stories, the album charts saw several significant developments:

• Tame Impala’s “Deadbeat” Returns: The project, the first full-length in five years from Australian singer and multi-instrumentalist Kevin Parker, debuted at No. 4. This marks Tame Impala’s third album to reach the top five. “Deadbeat” earned 70,000 album units, comprising 37,000 in album sales and 41.72 million streams.
• Sabrina Carpenter’s Stability: “Man’s Best Friend” by Sabrina Carpenter held steady at No. 5 on the Billboard 200.
• Cardi B’s Slight Slip: Cardi B’s “Am I the Drama?” moved from No. 4 to No. 6.
• SZA’s Continued Presence: “SOS” by SZA remained firm at No. 8.
• Morgan Wallen’s Climb: “One Thing at a Time” by Morgan Wallen edged up to No. 9.
• Alex Warren Rounds Out the Top 10: “You’ll Be Alright, Kid” by Alex Warren secured the final spot in the top 10.

Conclusion

This week’s chart activity underscores a dynamic landscape in the music industry. Taylor Swift’s sustained performance at the pinnacle of both album and song charts highlights her enduring appeal and significant impact. Simultaneously, the successful top 10 entries of Olivia Dean and Leon Thomas signal the emergence of fresh voices making their mark, promising exciting developments for the future of popular music. The continued movement of albums by established and rising artists alike demonstrates a vibrant and competitive environment across the charts.