top of the charts

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In 2009, Davis performed another feat by returning a slumping Houston to the top of the charts with the comeback album, “I Look to You,” debuting at No. 1 on the Billboard charts.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 22, 2026

In both cases, the hits will still debut at the top of the charts and the money will keep on flowing into their bank accounts, regardless of whether anyone actually enjoys anything they’re hearing.

From Salon • May 21, 2026

"Rick Astley was top of the charts when fares were this low in Western Australia back in the 80s," he said.

From BBC • Mar. 29, 2026

Among those was "Like a Virgin," co-written with Tom Kelly, which spent six consecutive weeks at the top of the charts.

From Barron's • Feb. 17, 2026

For his album, Mr. Taylor, a great friend of Ms. King’s, had her permission to record “You’ve Got a Friend,” and his version soared to the top of the charts.

From The Wall Street Journal • Oct. 16, 2025