Most new songs–even those released by superstars–typically need a few weeks to become top 10 hits on the radio charts in America. The way those rankings are compiled, and based on how radio works these days, it simply takes a little while for almost all titles to become major successes. Of course, the rules don’t seem to apply to Taylor Swift.
According to Forbes, “Fortnight,” the lead single from Swift’s new album The Tortured Poets Department, goes against what’s common on the Adult Pop Airplay chart this week. The tune debuts inside the top 10 on the ranking of the songs that reach the largest audience at adult pop radio stations throughout the U.S.–something that’s almost never seen.
Swift’s new single opens at No. 9 on the Adult Pop Airplay chart. That starting point ties the all-time record for the highest debut on Billboard’s radio ranking.
Who does Swift tie for this bit of history? Why, with herself, of course.
Back in 2014, Swift inaugurated her 1989 era with the single “Shake It Off.” That track was an instant hit on a variety of Billboard charts, including the Adult Pop Airplay tally. It broke the record for the highest debut ever on the list when it opened at No. 9.
Post Malone now shares in this bit of history with Swift. The multi-genre artist is credited as a featured act on “Fortnight,” so it is his hit as well. Now, only two tracks have debuted at No. 9 on the Adult Pop Airplay chart, and two names have managed to do so—but Swift is responsible for both.
Post Malone now shares in this bit of history with Swift. The multi-genre artist is credited as a featured act on “Fortnight,” so it is his hit as well. Now, only two tracks have debuted at No. 9 on the Adult Pop Airplay chart, and two names have managed to do so—but Swift is responsible for both.
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