Two Of Rihanna’s Biggest Hits Climb To Never-Before-Seen Chart Peaks
Rihanna's classic dance hits 'Don't Stop the Music' and 'S&M' have reached new peaks on Billboard's global charts. The resurgence highlights the enduring popularity of the artist's early electronic dance catalog.
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The data reflects shifting consumption patterns in the music industry, where legacy tracks often find new life through streaming platforms.
Hollywood & Entertainment Two Of Rihanna’s Biggest Hits Climb To Never-Before-Seen Chart Peaks By Hugh McIntyre ,
Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. Hugh McIntyre covers music, with a focus on the global charts. Follow Author Jul 13, 2026, 11:00am EDT --:-- / --:-- This voice experience is generated by AI. Learn more . This voice experience is generated by AI. Learn more . Summary Rihanna sees several of her dance smashes reach new peaks on multiple Billboard charts. “Don’t Stop the Music” climbs to new highs on both global rankings, reaching No. 96 on the Billboard Global 200 and No. 111 on Billboard Global Excl. U.S., while also rising to No. 6 on the Dance Streaming Songs roster. “S&M” returns to the Billboard Global 200 and lifts to a new No. 161 peak on the Billboard Global Excl. U.S.
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