Only 10 artists have topped the Billboard chart with 10 different albums — here they all are
This article lists the elite group of artists who have achieved at least 10 number-one albums on the Billboard 200 chart. It highlights the historical context of these achievements and notes recent milestones by artists like Madonna.
Why it matters
It provides historical context for music industry success and tracks the longevity of major pop culture icons.
Taylor Swift performs during the Eras Tour in Toronto. Emma McIntyre/TAS24/Getty Images for TAS Rights Management The Billboard 200 is the definitive all-genre chart for album sales in the US. Only 10 artists in Billboard history have topped the chart at least 10 different times. The Beatles have the most No. 1 albums with 19. Taylor Swift and Drake are tied for second place. The Billboard 200 has tracked the best-selling albums in the US for decades. It's a major accomplishment to top the chart, especially when an artist manages the feat with multiple different albums. Only a handful of artists have crossed into double-digit No. 1s, including modern superstars like Taylor Swift , Drake, Jay-Z, and Future. They're listed below in ascending order. Editor's note: Although Elvis Presley is often credited with 10 No.
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