Kendrick Lamar has made history by replacing himself at the top of the Hot R&B/Hip-Hop Songs chart with his track “TV Off” featuring Lefty Gunplay.
The song jumps from No. 2 to No. 1 on the chart dated December 14, knocking Lamar’s own “Squabble Up” to No. 3.
This achievement is from Lamar’s latest album, GNX, which also continues its reign at No. 1 on the Top R&B/Hip-Hop Albums chart.
Chart Performance of “TV Off”
- Streams: 34.6 million official U.S. streams
- Sales: 2,000 digital downloads
- Airplay: 6.6 million in radio airplay audience (from Nov. 29 – Dec. 5)
Despite a 26% drop in streams from the previous week, “TV Off” is the most-streamed R&B/hip-hop song, and it claims the top spot on the R&B/Hip-Hop Streaming Songs chart.
It also ranks No. 2 on R&B/Hip-Hop Digital Song Sales and enters the R&B/Hip-Hop Airplay chart at No. 25.
“TV Off” and Lamar’s Viral Impact
“TV Off” quickly became a fan favorite, especially due to Lamar’s viral shoutout to producer Mustard.
In addition to topping the Hot R&B/Hip-Hop Songs chart, it also claims the No. 1 position on Hot Rap Songs and climbs to No. 3 on the Billboard Hot 100, despite Mariah Carey and Brenda Lee’s holiday classics taking the top spots.
Lamar’s Sixth No. 1 on Hot R&B/Hip-Hop Songs
This is Lamar’s sixth No. 1 on the Hot R&B/Hip-Hop Songs chart. Here’s a look at his previous chart-toppers:
- “HUMBLE.” – 2 weeks at No. 1 (May 2017)
- “Mona Lisa” (Lil Wayne ft. Kendrick Lamar) – 1 week (October 2018)
- “Like That” (with Future & Metro Boomin) – 5 weeks (April 2024)
- “Not Like Us” – 21 weeks (May 2024)
- “Squabble Up” – 1 week (December 2024)
- “TV Off” – 1 week (December 2024)
Lefty Gunplay’s First No. 1
For featured artist Lefty Gunplay, “TV Off” marks his first No. 1 on the chart, following his debut on the Billboard charts just a week ago.
Lamar’s latest feat places him among the 17 artists who have replaced themselves at No. 1 on the Hot R&B/Hip-Hop Songs chart. Just a month ago, Tyler, The Creator joined this list.
Kendrick Lamar continues to solidify his place as one of the biggest names in music with his chart-topping hits and record-breaking performances.
